There are a lot of specialty shops along the streets of Otaru, and they're even more visible than Rokkatei.
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LeTAO Otaru Main Store
LeTAO Main Store, a popular sweets shop with an attached cafe offering numerous limited menus.
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Known for its "Fromage Double" cheesecake made from Hokkaido-produced fresh cream and carefully selected mascarpone cheese, this confectionery store in Otaru enjoys nationwide popularity. Located at the tourist-frequented Märchen Crossroads in Otaru, LeTAO Main Store opened in 1998. The store's name, meaning "Dear Tower of Otaru," is reflected in its impressive European-style exterior reminiscent of a large tower.
The first floor offers a variety of sweets for sale, including cakes, baked goods, Honey Butter Financier, and the monthly rotating cake "Merci Sweets" available only on the first Sunday of each month, providing exclusive menus not found elsewhere, making it a must-visit for both LeTAO fans and newcomers.
The second floor features a cafe corner where you can enjoy freshly made Fromage Double, dessert plates, and the store's exclusive blend of flavored tea in a retro ambiance. After shopping or visiting the cafe, make sure to visit the observation room on the top floor, offering views over Otaru's cityscape.
Highlights
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A popular confectionery store in Otaru, known for its cheesecake.
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The first floor operates as a shop, selling fresh cakes and baked sweets.
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The cafe corner on the second floor offers exclusive cakes and tea.
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The store features a tower-like appearance, with an observation deck on the top floor.
Photos
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The most popular dessert plate set in the cafe.
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Honey Butter Financier available exclusively at the main store.
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"Merci Sweets," a monthly special sold on the first Sunday.
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The second-floor cafe corner boasts a chic and serene atmosphere.
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The first-floor shop includes a takeaway corner.
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The tower-like exterior stands out at Märchen Crossroads.
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Do you have menus in foreign languages or with pictures? (If so, please let us know the languages available.)
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English and Chinese available.
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Is free WiFi available in the store?
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Yes, we have free Wi-Fi.
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Is it possible to reserve a seat?
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Reservations are possible until the day before.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 小樽洋菓子舗ルタオ 本店
- Postal Code
- 047-0027
- Address
- 7-16 Sakaimachi, Otaru City, Hokkaido
- Telephone
- 0120-31-4521 *LeTAO Inquiry Line, 9:00am - 6:00pm
- Closed
- Open every day
- Business Hours
- 9:00am - 6:00pm（Café L.O.5:30pm）
- Access
- About a 5-minute walk from the JR Hakodate Main Line’s Minami-Otaru Station
- Credit Cards
- Accepted
- Official Website
- Official Website (Japanese)