Beer Asahi Super Dry with assorted appetizers including fried eggplant, seasonal tofu, salmon roe, grilled saury, simmered abalone, golden squid, black beans, roasted duck with sweet vinegar and myoga, clear soup with conger eel and pickled turnip, assorted sashimi with tuna, mackerel, and salmon, highball, main dish of olive oil-grilled sea bass with broccoli in thyme sauce, red wine-braised beef loin with mustard-flavored red wine sauce and warm vegetables, dessert of matcha mousse with vanilla ice cream, served with hot coffee.

This is a café and dining area (also a breakfast venue for hotel guests). If you go straight from the hotel entrance, it's on the right. There is a monument? next to the entrance on the right, which marks the last station of the Shinsengumi during the end of the Edo period. When I asked the hotel staff if they had delicious sweets, they recommended this one, "Please order the dessert with melon at the center, with melon-flavored cotton candy and ice cream on separate plates for you to enjoy." However, the melon was already cut into pieces from the start. Well, it saved me the trouble of cutting it myself. The cotton candy was unusual but light, and the melon had two different flavors - one strong and one light. The cookie was hard, so I had to hold it firmly to eat. But the biggest challenge was the top part of the melon, which was solidly made with white chocolate, probably to prevent it from breaking. It was like a whole piece of chocolate bar. I gave up after eating half of it. It seemed like it would never end. I ended up avoiding white chocolate for a while after that.

Last time I visited during the melon fair, and this time I enjoyed a simple strawberry shortcake. Despite being near Kyoto Station, the hotel's first-floor lounge is spacious and usually not crowded, allowing for a relaxing time. The service is also in line with the hotel brand, creating a calm atmosphere.

The portion size was just right for food hopping, and I was able to finish my meal in a satisfying way. All the dishes were delicious. The asparagus soup was similar to corn potage. Both the shrimp and scallops were plump and had a nice texture. The meat was tender, and when I bit into it, the juices oozed out and it was very tasty.

I had a delicious parfait at a café in the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Kyoto! It was a fluffy melon parfait with a white chocolate topping, melon-flavored cotton candy, and vanilla ice cream. The melon soup, fromage blanc mousse, and lemon jelly all combined perfectly to create a delightful flavor. It was absolutely delicious, especially when enjoyed with the round melon fruit. I would love to go back and try their new creations in the future! Thank you for the wonderful meal.

I had some free time in the hotel lounge, so I decided to have tea time. They were having a strawberry fair in April, so I couldn't resist getting a sweet plate. Lately, I've been hearing about this thing called "Nun Activity" being popular, and even though there are no girls in my house, I keep hearing about it from friends and get curious about the menu whenever I go to a cafe. Since it was after a meal, we decided to just have some cake, but even the smallest plate was quite big. The strawberry cake had a mousse inside, which was not too sweet. The chocolate was a bit bitter, which made the natural sweetness and sourness of the strawberries stand out. The matcha ice cream was rich and creamy, with a high milk fat content. I'd love to try the strawberry version of this ice cream. I'm not a fan of overly sweet desserts, but the fruity cake and matcha ice cream were delicious.

The parfait at the cafe, along with a drink set, was a little over 2000 yen. It had amazing cream. Despite being called a parfait, it was more like a cake. Extremely delicious. The sweetness was intense. It had a taste that felt more for adults, like a simple and tasty shortcake. It was a bit pricey but it was beautiful and worth it.

2nd day of my Kansai trip from March 2nd to 5th. Discovered the "Strawberry Expo" on Logiura TV and ended up here. The Strawberry Shortcake with 7 large Berries in a big cocktail glass was absolutely delicious! #Riga Royal Hotel Kyoto #Berry Shortcake #Kyoto Sweets #Monrouge #strawberry fair #local brand strawberries from Oita Prefecture

"Berrytz Shortcake 'Mont rouge' ¥1,800 Berrytz Parfait 'Sucré blanc' ¥2,200 The Strawberry Fair 2023 is being held at Casa-san, the all-day dining on the first floor of the Riga Royal Hotel Kyoto. During this limited-time event from January 4th to April 30th, you can enjoy collaboration products with the rare variety of strawberries from Oita Prefecture, 'Berrytz,' which is mostly only available in Kyoto and the Kansai region. Mont rouge: The shortcake is served in a glass, which is quite innovative! The large strawberries are adorable and incredibly sweet and delicious. The fluffy texture on the surface is made of crumbled sponge cake, giving a moist and crumbly texture. The cream is quite generous and sweet but surprisingly not too heavy, with a light mouthfeel. It is made using approximately 7 Berrytz strawberries, making it a luxurious treat unlike any other shortcake. Sucré blanc: This parfait offers 6 different combinations of sweets with strawberries, providing a variety of surprises. The crispy texture of the mille-feuille is delightful. The mascarpone cheese mousse is light and fluffy, perfectly complementing the Berrytz sauce inside. The vanilla ice cream has a strong flavor, and the contrast between the milk espuma and the strawberry texture is interesting. The chocolate parfait has a strong bitter taste, balancing out the sweetness from before. Finally, the yogurt blancmange provides a refreshing finish. This parfait is made using approximately 9 Berrytz strawberries. I had delicious strawberries at Riga Royal Hotel before, and I had high expectations this time as well. However, the taste surpassed my expectations, and I was truly impressed. I definitely want to go back for more next time!"

During my trip to Kyoto, I stayed at the "The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto". I used the hotel buffet for dinner and breakfast, which is served in the restaurant on the first floor. The menu is mostly Western food for dinner, while breakfast has a wide selection of Japanese food as well. They also have a variety of drinks and a lot of desserts, especially in the evening, which got me really excited. I enjoyed the buffet because I could try ingredients and dishes that I don't usually have at home. On the day I visited, everyone had to wear vinyl gloves and masks for hygiene. The space was clean, and they promptly cleared away empty dishes. The service was excellent, as expected from a hotel. The food was all delicious and there weren't any strange or overly fancy dishes, so you can enjoy even if you haven't tried them before. I ended up eating too much and felt full both at night and in the morning. Thank you for the wonderful meal.

Afternoon tea set in a tiered box. The first tier has 9 savory items, the second tier has 9 sweets. You can add a third tier with a Mont Blanc cake for an extra charge. The Mont Blanc cake has lots of chestnuts on top, and it's exciting to have so much Mont Blanc cream in one bite! The sweets are more classic and simple rather than unique. It's worth noting that there are no scones in this afternoon tea set. There are more sweets than savory items, and the portion is quite generous, so it can get a bit overwhelming towards the end. However, if you stick to just two tiers, it might be the perfect amount. For those who love sweet treats, this afternoon tea set is like a dream come true.

I stayed at the Ritz-Carlton Kyoto in Kyoto. The hotel had a traditional and elegant atmosphere, making my stay comfortable. The breakfast at this hotel costs 3,000 yen per person, which is not cheap, but I want to recommend it because it was fantastic. It was a buffet-style breakfast with a mix of Western and Japanese dishes. I enjoyed the Western dishes first, followed by the Japanese ones. Please excuse my poor plating skills. The omelette made right in front of me was amazing, fluffy and slightly buttery. The scrambled eggs, although not made to order, were also very delicious. The salad vegetables were fresh and good. The Japanese dishes had simple flavors typical of Kyoto, such as grilled fish, kinpira, tofu, pickles, and rice, creating an ideal and gentle breakfast. I was very satisfied with these dishes. The desserts, including tarts, jellies, and yogurt, were simple but tasty. I was so full after eating all of this, but it was an ideal breakfast for a trip. The hotel was excellent, and the breakfast was delicious, so I would like to try room service next time.

Recently, I have been going to Kyoto more often with my daughter. Kyoto allows for a more relaxed and leisurely experience compared to Osaka. This time, it seems my reservation was made at The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto, where we tried a limited edition menu with only 10 servings available. There is a bus from the station, making it convenient to get there. We arrived in the late afternoon, but were able to enjoy a relaxing afternoon tea. The savory and sweet treats beautifully arranged in bamboo boxes were delightful. They paired well with the warm tea. Each item was presented beautifully, and I was so engrossed in conversation that I didn't take many photos. I am slowly learning how to capture Instagram-worthy moments from my daughter.

Hotel buffet~♩♩ It's been a while since I've been to a buffet because of COVID, so I was happy to enjoy it again~♩♩ Being able to try small portions of main dishes was great, but the flavors were a bit strong. I think I would get sick if I ate it every day, but it was a luxurious experience~♩♩ There were many dishes I had never heard of before, so I can't explain them in detail, but the fish dishes were delicious*°♡ The curry was labeled as Yellow Curry, and it was very spicy and went well with alcohol!! I didn't even make it to dessert, haha. I thought the all-you-can-drink option for 2000 yen was cheap!

I visited the restaurant because I was interested in their moss ball parfait with matcha. The matcha has a slight bitterness, but it is balanced out by the black honey. The matcha ice cream has a bit of sweetness, which I think balances out the bitterness well. Also, the presentation is lovely. Thank you for the meal.

I visited the lounge and received a very cute cake called the Strawberry Gift Box ·͜· ♡ It was decorated with butterflies and flowers, really adorable! The surrounding chocolate boxes and strawberry mousse cake were also delicious ⋆⸜♡⸝‍⋆ Some people were ordering afternoon tea as well! The spacious sofa seating area was very relaxing and enjoyable. There was also a strawberry tower-like dessert available. Next time, I would like to try the afternoon tea!

I attended the Strawberry Fair at The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto✨~Immerse, Overflow, Drown~⁡A fair full of strawberries to fulfill the desire of strawberry lovers who wish to "love strawberries so much that they drown in them"❤️⁡As soon as I saw the overflowing strawberry gift BOX, I knew I had to try it✨⁡The dessert made of white chocolate in the shape of a gift box was too cute to resist(｡>∀<｡)⁡Inside the gift box made of white chocolate, there was a strawberry mousse, strawberry jelly, and pistachio brulee overflowing, with raspberry sherbet and streusel underneath the overflowing strawberries, and raspberry sauce and strawberry jelly on the side(๑♡ᴗ♡๑)⁡Especially the combination of strawberry mousse, strawberry jelly, and pistachio inside was so delicious that I finished it in an instant♬.*ﾟ⁡Thank you for the delicious treat(❁ᴗ͈ˬᴗ͈)⁡┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈✿Overflowing Strawberry Gift BOX 1,700 yen (with drink)┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈⁡⁡The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto1 Matsuyacho, Shichijo-sagaru, Karasuma-dori, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto CityLounge 1st floor, All-Day Dining KAZAApproximately 7 minutes on foot from Kyoto Station️ Parking availableNo smoking (Smoking room available in the hotel)⁡【Event Period】January 4, 2022 (Tue) - April 30, 2022 (Sat)⏰ Business Hours 10:00-21:00 (Dessert L.O. 18:00 / Others 20:30)*The optional "Strawberry Bento" and "Strawberry Shortcake ~Buried in a Glass~" for the Afternoon Tea Set are limited time offers until March 31, 2022 (Thu).

Within walking distance from Kyoto Station♪ Shuttle buses are also available. On the first floor, there is an all-day dining called KAZA that offers a buffet, but electronic payments are possible at the lounge in the same area☺️ The strawberry sweets all looked delicious and tempting, but for the afternoon✨ you can also opt for a two-tiered box, with only 10 sets available per day. For the three-tiered strawberry box, reservations are required. The three-tiered option is available until March 31st, presented in a beautiful bamboo box by Kyoto's bamboo craft maker Kansai Kosuge. The afternoon tea set is just lovely❤️ You can have one drink refill☕️ (even if you change the type). I chose the organic rose hip blend Venus's red fruit herbal tea→Hot coffee☕️✨ The savory tier has 9 items, and the sweets tier has 9 varieties that are so cute and exciting⤴️ ● Savory Tier - 9 items You can also eat the All-Bran under the savory items✨ ● Sweets Tier - 9 varieties Strawberry shortcake Strawberry mousse Strawberry jelly Strawberry roll cake Strawberry cream puff Chocolate cake Pistachio macaron Gateau chocolate White chocolate mousse ● Strawberry Tier The spoon is shaped like a shovel, making it easy to eat with plenty of fresh strawberries on top of a chocolate cake✨ I was very pleased with the satisfying portion size❣️ There was only one staff member at the lounge, but they were very efficient and provided good service☺️ Thank you for the wonderful meal❤️

I had a dinner buffet with all-you-can-eat options. There were many types of bread and desserts, and I had a great time. I would like to visit again if the timing works out. There were plenty of ham and meat options, and the cost performance was not bad.

The lounge at the hotel has excellent service and the cost performance is also great! Usually, hotel lounges are expensive, but this one is reasonably priced. The food not only looks good but also tastes delicious, making me want to visit again.