Criollo Sakura Strawberry
¥1,890
The perfect spring combination of strawberries and cherry blossoms are incorporated into this delicate creation by Criollo’s Chef Santos. Made with a smooth mousse and sweet and sour sakura-strawberry compote, this treat is elegantly modest as it makes use of the natural flavor of the ingredients. Available at the Criollo store in Nakameguro until late April.
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Tokyo Banana Sakura Flavor
¥560 (4 pack) ¥1,080 (8 pack) ¥1,595 (12 pack)
If you’ve been to any big station or airport in Tokyo, you would have definitely seen this popular souvenir at some point. For those heading home this Spring season or anyone looking to indulge in sakura, try the new sakura flavor Tokyo Banana! The soft sponge filled with banana-flavored custard has been infused with cherry blossoms, adding a special spring touch to the classic favorite. Available at Haneda and Narita Airport as well as Tokyo Station and more until late April.
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Starbucks Sakura Cherry Frappucino
¥637 (Tall)
Following the other blossom themed release, Sakura Milk Pudding Frappuccino, the second sakura themed beverage for 2020 is now out! The new “Sakura Cherry Frappuccino” has a slight strawberry and cherry flavor with a gentle sweet and sour taste that’s perfectly refreshing for spring. The drink is also topped with some sweet confetti for a touch of fun! Available at all Starbucks stores until mid-March.
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Toraya Sakura No Sato
¥1,944
If you’re wanting to try a more traditional Japanese sakura sweet head on down to a Toraya store. Toraya is a traditional confectionery store founded in the 16th century in Kyoto. They have released a few spring-themed items including the “Sakura No Sato” Yokan (a thick jellied Japanese dessert). Available at all Toraya stores until late March.
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Q-Pot CAFE Romantic Sakura Parfait
¥1,850 (with drink)
Try a Japanese style parfait with layers of sakura jelly, cornflakes and cream, topped up with cookies, meringues, and cherry blossoms. The mild bitterness of the sakura works perfectly with the overall sweetness. Plus the bright fun colors make it super Instagramable! Available at the Q-Pot Cafe in Shibuya until late April.
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Andaz Pastry Shop Sakura Sweets
¥200~2,700
Sakura macaron blended with mochi paste, sakura sweet jar of sakura mousse and sakura jelly are just a few of the treats that Andaz' famous pastry has crafted for the season. The Sakura Bento is back again this year, an assortment of beautifully arranged sakura sweets packaged neatly in a box to be enjoyed under the cherry blossoms or as a seasonal gift. Available at Andaz Tokyo's pastry boutique until late April.
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Godiva Choco Lixir Sakura Lala
¥681 (Takeaway)
This beautiful creation by Godiva is a sakura white chocolate drink with cherry jelly, cream, and pink chocolate chips. The pink chocolate carvings are topped to look like cherry petals. Available at all Godiva cafes until early April.
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Hyatt Centric Ginza Sakura Strawberry Cake Set
¥2,800
Pastry chef Ryuichi Osawa has created the perfect limited time spring cake set. The set comes with seven kinds of sweets that are made up of various arrangements of strawberries and cherry blossoms. The slightly salty taste of pickled cherry blossom bean paste and cherry blossoms accentuates the gentle aroma and sweetness of the strawberries. The set also comes with all-you-can-drink coffee and tea. Available at Hyatt Centric Ginza Tokyo until late-April.
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Grand Hyatt's Sakura Blanc Mange
¥800
The Grand Hyatt has released a number of sakura sweets to celebrate the spring season. Within them, the Sakura Blanc Mange is the unique choice to look out for. It is made with an almond milky jelly topped with a clear sakura flavored jelly. Available at the Grand Hyatt Tokyo in Roppongi until mid-April.
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The Peninsula Boutique and Café's Sakura Sweets
From ¥700~
Enjoy a medley of sakura-themed treats, such as sakura hojicha cake, sakura panna cotta, sakura bon bons and more! The Peninsula Tokyo has also released a further range of sakura delights to enjoy both savoury and sweet. Available at The Peninsula Tokyo in Yurakucho until late April.
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