Afternoon Tea

Afternoon tea in London is about as quintessentially British a pastime as you can find; here are our tips for the best places to experience this delightful convention.

In Tokyo, afternoon tea is elevated to an art form, thanks to chefs’ meticulous attention to detail — and it’s also a welcome way for visitors to pause between sightseeing stops. Across the city, hotel lounges reinterpret the British ritual with a distinctly Japanese sensibility, weaving in seasonal ingredients like hojicha in tiramisu or sakura in delicate scones, all presented with impeccable precision. Here’s where to find the best afternoon teas in Tokyo.

Whether you're in a luxury hotel or a petit-palais, it's always a joy to sit back with a hot drink accompanied by a delicious pastry or savoury bite in a plush setting. Here are a few of our favourite places for a memorable afternoon treat.