When does the new afternoon tea plan start?

It starts on Monday, July 13, 2026.

What are the prices for the afternoon tea?

4,950 JPY with free-flow herbal tea, 7,150 JPY with sparkling wine (both tax included).

How can I make a reservation?

Reservations must be made in advance via Table Check or The HUGE CLUB website.

What desserts are included?

Homemade ricotta panna cotta, tiramisu, fresh chocolate, macarons, chocolate cake, carrot cake, and tea affogato.

What is special about the cheese made in-store?

Fresh cheese is handmade daily by artisans, and guests can watch the process through the open kitchen.

Savor Handmade Cheese and Seasonal Delights: A Refined Afternoon Tea Experience at Ginza's 'cucina del NABUCCO'

Published Jul 14, 2026 9:00 PM ・ Updated Jul 15, 2026 4:14 AM ・ 11 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

Starting July 13, 2026, 'cucina del NABUCCO' in Ginza will launch a new savory-focused afternoon tea, 'NABUCCO – Handmade Cheese & Seasonal Ingredients Afternoon Tea,' featuring fresh, in-house cheese and seasonal ingredients. Priced from ¥4,950 with free-flow herbal tea or ¥7,150 with sparkling wine.

Starting Monday, July 13, 2026, 'cucina del NABUCCO (Cucina del Nabucco)'—an Italian restaurant operated by HUGE Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; President & CEO: Yoshihiro Shinkawa), which runs 48 restaurants across Japan and abroad including Tokyo, Yokohama, Kyoto, and Okinawa—will begin offering a new savory-centered afternoon tea plan titled 'NABUCCO – Handmade Cheese & Seasonal Ingredients Afternoon Tea.' This experience highlights fresh, handmade cheeses and seasonal ingredients crafted daily in-house.

Guests will begin with a welcome drink of tea sparkling, followed by unlimited herbal tea service, allowing them to enjoy a refined afternoon. The menu features rich, artisanal savory items such as mozzarella and tomato caprese and house-made mortadella, along with freshly baked scones, homemade ricotta cheese panna cotta, tiramisu, and tea affogato.

This plan is ideal for gatherings with friends or as a personal treat. Reservations are required in advance, so early booking is highly recommended.

The 'NABUCCO – Handmade Cheese & Seasonal Ingredients Afternoon Tea' includes freshly baked scones, homemade ricotta panna cotta, tiramisu, and tea affogato, among other seasonal sweets.

Details of 'NABUCCO – Handmade Cheese & Seasonal Ingredients Afternoon Tea'

Starting Monday, July 13, 2026, 'cucina del NABUCCO' will launch a new savory-centered afternoon tea featuring fresh, handmade cheeses and seasonal ingredients.

Service Overview

Start Date: July 13, 2026 (Monday) onwards * Advance reservation required by the day before

Duration: 2 hours

Price (incl. tax):

- With free-flow herbal tea: ¥4,950 - With free-flow sparkling wine: ¥7,150

Service Times (2-hour sessions)

[Mon–Fri] 11:30 AM / 1:00 PM

[Sat, Sun, Holidays] 1:00 PM / 3:00 PM / 4:00 PM

Menu for 'NABUCCO – Handmade Cheese & Seasonal Ingredients Afternoon Tea'

New Afternoon Tea Plan: 'NABUCCO – Handmade Cheese & Seasonal Ingredients Afternoon Tea'

- Tea Sparkling (Welcome Drink)

- Free-flow Herbal Tea (8 varieties): Seasonal Herbal Tea / Relax Rose / English Breakfast / Arabian Soleil / Earl Grey Lemon / Chamomile Mint / Angel Jasmine / Orange Rooibos

〈Savories〉

Mozzarella and Tomato Caprese / Seasonal Fruit and Ricotta Cheese / Prosciutto and Affumicata Crostini / Frittata / Arugula and Mushroom Salad / Gazpacho / House-made Mortadella

〈Scones〉

Scones with Ricotta Cream

〈Sweets〉

Homemade Ricotta Cheese Panna Cotta / Tiramisu / Fresh Chocolate / Macarons / Torta Caprese (Chocolate Cake) / Carrot Cake / Tea Affogato

* Menu items may change depending on the season.

Reservation Methods

Reservations are accepted via the following platforms:

Table Check

https://www.tablecheck.com/ja/shops/nabucco-ginza/reserve

The HUGE CLUB

https://thehugeclub.com/restaurant/nabucco-ginza/reserve

'cucina del NABUCCO': Enjoy Fresh, In-House Cheese and Premium Italian Cuisine

The restaurant features a warm, white-themed interior with an open kitchen layout, allowing guests to view the culinary process from their tables. The signature feature of 'cucina del NABUCCO' is its daily production of fresh cheese made in-house. Guests can enjoy their meals while watching skilled artisans craft cheese through glass partitions. The pasta selection includes a variety of house-made fresh noodles infused with seasonal vegetables and herbs, each paired with a specially crafted sauce to match its unique character. Only the finest tomatoes, carefully selected from across Japan, are used, reflecting the restaurant’s commitment to premium ingredients—the foundation of authentic Italian cuisine.

Additionally, the restaurant hosts casual and customizable wedding parties. Whether it’s an intimate ceremony surrounded by family, a post-resort wedding 1.5 party, or a relaxed reception following a formal ceremony, dedicated wedding planners help bring couples’ visions to life. From concept development and event production to restaurant-exclusive gourmet dishes that delight guests, the team collaborates with couples to create a truly original and memorable celebration.

Interior view of cucina del NABUCCO (Cucina del Nabucco)

【Store Information】

Store Name: 'cucina del NABUCCO (Cucina del Nabucco)' Address: 7F, Mikimoto Ginza 2, 2-4-12 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-0061 Phone Number: 03-6631-1117

Business Hours: Mon–Fri Lunch: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM / Dinner: 5:30 PM – 10:00 PM Sat, Sun, Holidays: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Website: https://www.huge.co.jp/restaurant/nabucco/nabucco

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cucina_del_nabucco/

【Company Overview】

Company Name: HUGE Co., Ltd. Representative: Yoshihiro Shinkawa Address: 1F, Park Court Jingumae, 1-4-20 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0001 Website: https://www.huge.co.jp Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/huge_restaurant

Founded in 2005 with the vision of becoming 'an asset to the community,' the company will celebrate its 20th anniversary in September 2025. It operates 48 restaurants domestically and internationally, including RIGOLETTO and Hacienda del cielo. Rather than pursuing chain expansion, the company carefully tailors each restaurant to the unique needs of its local community. Additionally, 'Spa

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Savor Handmade Cheese and Seasonal Delights: A Refined Afternoon Tea Experience at Ginza's 'cucina del NABUCCO'

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