Starting June 16, 2026, the Pastry Shop La Mora on the first floor of Royal Pines Hotel Urawa in Saitama City is bringing back its popular "Dolce Kakigori" series for another season. The shaved ice is made using pure ice crafted from Shinshu deep spring water, resulting in an exceptionally fluffy texture, and is topped with seasonal ingredients prepared by the hotel's pastry chefs.
The first wave features three flavors, with further varieties planned for later in the summer.
First Wave – Three Flavors
Amarin Strawberry (June 16 to September 30)
This flavor spotlights "Amarin," a Saitama-original strawberry variety from U FIRM! that took the gold award in the sweetness category at the Tabechoku Strawberry Expo 2024. The shaved ice is generously topped with a special strawberry syrup made exclusively from Amarin strawberries, along with a diplomat cream of custard and whipped cream, crunchy almond pieces for texture, and compoted Amarin strawberries — a concentrated expression of the fruit's sweetness.
¥1,800 (tax included) / Drink set ¥2,200 (tax included)
American Cherry and Chocolate (June 16 to mid-July)
A seasonal pairing of American cherries and chocolate. The shaved ice is filled with sautéed American cherries and diplomat cream, then finished with chocolate syrup and cherry syrup.
¥1,800 (tax included) / Drink set ¥2,200 (tax included)
Saitama Corn "Mirai & Dolce Dream" (June 16 to mid-July)
Sweet corn varieties "Mirai" and "Dolce Dream," grown in Honjo City, Saitama by farmer Keiichiro Shiohara, are transformed into a rich potage-style sauce. The shaved ice also contains diplomat cream, fresh corn, and a soy sauce sablé, bringing out the natural sweetness of the corn to its fullest.
- Mirai (味来): A popular sweet corn variety prized for its very high sugar content. Freshly harvested kernels are so juicy they can be eaten raw, with an elegant sweetness reminiscent of fruit. The fine skin gives a smooth texture, and heating further intensifies its sweetness and aroma.
- Dolce Dream: A bicolor variety featuring yellow and white kernels. As its name suggests, it offers a dream-like sweetness — juicy and full-flavored in every bite. Despite its high sugar content, the ears are large, and the thin skin gives a fresh, crisp texture that becomes even more aromatic when heated.
※ Depending on availability, the shaved ice may use Mirai, Dolce Dream, or both varieties.
¥1,800 (tax included) / Drink set ¥2,200 (tax included)
Details
Serving period:
- Amarin Strawberry: June 16 (Tue) to September 30 (Wed)
- American Cherry and Chocolate: June 16 (Tue) to mid-July
- Saitama Corn "Mirai & Dolce Dream": June 16 (Tue) to mid-July
Hours: 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM (last entry and last order 4:00 PM)
Price: ¥1,800 (tax included) / Drink set ¥2,200 (tax included)
Table use is limited to 90 minutes. As items may sell out, advance reservations are recommended.
Reservation: TableCheck reservation form
Pastry Shop La Mora
La Mora is a pastry shop on the first floor of Royal Pines Hotel Urawa, offering a variety of seasonal sweets, pastries, and breads using carefully selected ingredients. The open counter lets visitors watch the pastry-making process, and items are available for both takeout and café-style dining.
Address: Royal Pines Hotel Urawa 1F, 2-5-1 Nakamachi, Urawa-ku, Saitama City, Saitama (7-minute walk from JR Urawa Station West Exit)
Hours:
- Takeout: 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- Café: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (last order 4:00 PM) ※Light meals from 11:00 AM
Website: https://www.royalpines.co.jp/restaurant_bar/lamora
Phone: 048-827-1161 (direct)
