Enjoy a hand-dripped cup of coffee or relax with a Kyoto-inspired cocktail in a comfortable seat in our modern lobby lounge.
HOURS
- Daily
- 12:00 noon – 11:00 pm (last food order at 10:00 pm, last drink order at 10:30 pm)
- Afternoon Tea
- 12:00 noon – 2:30 pm 3:00 pm – 5:30 pm
- Live Music
- Thursday 7:30 PM – 8:00 PM 8:30 PM – 9:00 PM 9:30 PM – 10:00 PM Times may vary
Meet the team
RASIKA WEERASINGHE
Executive Pastry ChefEvery day, Rasika Weerasinghe dedicates himself to a simple mission: spreading happiness through his sweet creations. His culinary journey began in Colombo and took him to the UAE before leading him to Kyoto. As Executive Pastry Chef, Weerasinghe oversees dessert preparations across all our restaurants, afternoon tea service and bakery operations. His expertise is evident in every offering, from meticulously crafted sourdough bread to his renowned signature dessert: carbonated cucumber soup with pickled honey melon, shiso meringue and sake sorbet. Utilizing local, seasonal ingredients, Chef Weerasinghe curates a pastry experience that seamlessly blends tradition with innovation.
“Our key ingredients are passion and imagination. We push each other to make magic, to create pastries that evoke delight and become the sweet centre of a lifelong memory.”
Events
- Through August 31, 12:00 noon – 6:00 pm
Seasonal shiki cake
Inspired by the iconic Four Seasons logo, our SHIKI cake series reflects Kyoto’s changing seasons. The summer edition features a tropical fruit cake made with Miyazaki mangoes, coconut and lime. JPY 2,500 each. - Through August 31, 12:00 noon – 2:30 pm and 3:00 pm – 5:30 pmReserve now
FOUR SEASONS PRIVATE JET AFTERNOON TEA vol. 2
Treat your taste-buds to an around-the-world journey curated by Pastry Chef Rasika Weerasinghe. Inspired by the Four Seasons Private Jet, our Afternoon Tea experiences takes you to destinations such as Bora Bora, Madrid and the Fort Lauderdale. Prices start at JPY 7,000. - Through August 31
COOL SUMMER COCKTAILS
Say cheers with Sgroppino, a light and refreshing Italian summer staple. Made with Prosecco, sorbet and vodka, this frothy drink is available in flavours such as lemon and pear. Also on the menu is a dessert cocktail that blends white chocolate with mint liqueur. JPY 3,800 each.
More Dining Options
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DetailsTakeaway
Enjoy seasonal tastes in the comfort of your home. A selection of gift items is also available.![Eggs benedict brunch on plate, fruit and salad in bowls]()
DetailsIn-Room Dining
Whether you want to share a romantic dinner in the privacy of your room, need to feed a hungry family or are looking for quiet evening in, our in-room menus feature Japanese and international favourites, as well as items from Emba Kyoto Chophouse, all just a tap away on your room’s iPad.![Restaurant dining room with warm lighting, light wood floors, floor-to-ceiling windows and green patterned area rug]()
DetailsEmba Kyoto Chophouse
Our modern Kyoto steakhouse serves premium grilled meats alongside fresh seafood and local vegetables. Using techniques such as dry ageing and charcoal grilling, Argentinian chef Sebastian Ariel Barcudes brings out the umami of his carefully selected ingredients – best enjoyed indoors with pond garden views or al fresco on the waterfront terrace.![Couple enjoys tea on FUJU's terrace overlooking the koi pond]()
DetailsFuju
Follow the pathway through our 12th-century Shakusui-en pond garden and cross the glass bridge for a traditional Japanese experience at Fuju lounge. Fuju serves local delights, including expertly crafted local sweets and matcha tea. In the evenings, sip a glass of Kyoto sake or premium champagne while on the terrace, which provides the perfect opportunity to gaze at the pond’s reflection.
