LeTAO

Otaru Travel Guide 2023
The BEST Things to Do in Otaru, Japan|Otaru Day Trip

With the theme of "Northern Sweets Manner - Delivering sweets rooted in the northern lands to the whole country", Lutao was established in 1998 in a prime location facing the Mercure Crossing. Its official name is "Otaru Confectionary Shop Lutao. It has become so famous nationwide that there is no one who does not know its name. It is one of the must-see attractions when you visit Otaru.

Currently, there are six stores in Otaru with different concepts, each offering a wide variety of limited edition products and exquisite sweets.

Lutao became famous throughout Japan for its milky smooth cheesecake "Douvre Fromage," which was featured on a TV program in 2005 and became a nationwide craze. Nowadays, when people think of Otaru sweets, they think of Lutao.

Facility name
LeTAO
Address
〒047-0027 7-6, Sakaimachi, Otaru CIty
Phone
0120-468-825
Opening hours
09:00〜17:00
Regular closing day
None
Website
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Chocolate in the shape of a sea bream

Tai monaka chocolate with 23 lucky spots in Otaru decorated on the packaging. Chocolate and rice puffs are added to the 100% glutinous rice monaka dough, which is baked using traditional techniques.

Chocolate in the shape of a sea bream


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First recommendation for Otaru.

Shop on Otaru North Canal.

Highlights of the North Canal.

Spectacular view of Otaru.

Spiritual place in Otaru.

Delicious restrants in Otaru.

History and literature of Otaru.

Historic buildings in Otaru.

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Otaru Street Walking Map
Otaru Canal Walking Guide

Otaru Department Store UNGA↑

Original products that convey the attractions of Otaru are developed and sold in a storefront converted from the former Otaru warehouse headquarters, which is said to be the oldest business warehouse in Hokkaido, located in the Otaru North Canal area. The shop tells the story of Otaru's prosperity in the pioneering days of Hokkaido and the history of the Kitamaebune, and displays and sells processed seafood and agricultural products from the port of call and Hokkaido, as well as original products by craftsmen and artists associated with Otaru.

Otaru Department Store UNGA↑

Facility name
Otaru Department Store UNGA↑
Address
〒047-0031 2-1-20 Ironai, Otaru City
Phone
0134-65-8150
Opening hours
11:00~18:00
Regular closing day
None
Website
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