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Otaru City and KEiSEiSi Co., Ltd. Sign Agreement for Designated Heatstroke Shelters

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Published Jun 12, 2026 7:05 PM ・ Updated Jun 13, 2026 11:59 PM ・ 6 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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Otaru City and KEiSEiSi Co., Ltd.
have signed an agreement to designate the "LeTAO Canal Plaza Store" as a "Designated Heatstroke Shelter (Cooling Shelter)" for heatstroke countermeasures.
This will make the rest area in the store's first warehouse open to the public as a place to escape the heat.

Otaru City and KEiSEiSi Co., Ltd. have signed an agreement to designate the "LeTAO Canal Plaza Store" as a "Designated Heatstroke Shelter (Cooling Shelter)" for heatstroke countermeasures. This will make the rest area in the store's first warehouse open to the public as a place to escape the heat.

PRIMARY SOURCE Original source: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001349.000013125.html Distributor: PR TIMES
Published: Jun 12, 2026

Otaru City (Mayor: Toshiya Sako) and KEiSEiSi Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chitose City, President and CEO: Narikado Uemura) signed an agreement on May 13, 2026, based on Article 21, Paragraph 3 of the Climate Change Adaptation Act, to prevent health damage from heatstroke to citizens and tourists.

Under this agreement, the rest space in the first warehouse of "LeTAO Canal Plaza Store," operated by KEiSEiSi Co., Ltd., will be registered as a designated heatstroke shelter and opened to the public as a place to rest and escape the heat. Additionally, drinking water will be provided to those who request it for hydration.

LeTAO Canal Plaza Store Free Space

Background and Purpose of the Agreement

In recent years, the risk of heatstroke during summer has been increasing due to severe climate change associated with global warming. This agreement, based on the Climate Change Adaptation Act, aims to secure and operate shelters (cooling shelters) where citizens and visitors to Otaru City can temporarily escape the heat to prevent heatstroke-related damage.

Target Facility and Opening Details

The following area of "LeTAO Canal Plaza Store" will be properly maintained and opened as a designated heatstroke shelter.

- Facility Name: LeTAO Canal Plaza Store

- Location: 2-1-20 Iroha, Otaru City

- Area Open to the Public (Shelter Area): First Warehouse Rest Space

- Estimated Capacity: 20 people

- Open Days/Weekdays: Monday to Sunday (Open year-round)

- Opening Hours: 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Operation Details

1. Regular Opening (Outside of Heatstroke Special Warning Announcements): From June 1 to September 30 each year, the facility will be open to the public during the above-mentioned days and hours as a place to stay and escape the heat.

2. Response During Heatstroke Special Warning Announcements: When a "Heatstroke Special Warning" targeting Hokkaido is issued, upon notification from Otaru City, the facility will be reliably opened to the public during the announcement period to accommodate users.

Store Information

Store Name: LeTAO Canal Plaza Store

Address: 2-1-20 Iroha, Otaru City, Hokkaido

Phone Number: 0120-31-4521 (9:00-18:00)

Business Hours: [First Warehouse]

Free Space 10:00-22:00

Takeout Corner 10:00-22:00 (l.o. 21:00)

Bar Corner 13:00-22:00 (l.o. 21:00)

*Parfaits and cocktails are available from 6:00 PM.

*Bar operates on a one-order minimum.

[Second Warehouse]

SHOP 10:00-18:00

[Third Warehouse]

CAFE 10:00-18:00 (l.o. 17:30)

Food Service Hours 11:00-15:00

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Company Overview

Company Name: KEiSEiSi Co., Ltd.

Representative: President and CEO Narikado Uemura

Headquarters Address: 1007-90 Izumisawa, Chitose City, Hokkaido

Established: April 1996

Capital: 80 million yen

Business Activities: Confectionery manufacturing, wholesale, retail (store and cafe operations), mail order business. KEiSEiSi Co., Ltd. upholds the management philosophy of "Creating joy and providing joy," and all employees strive daily with the mission of "Creating one passionate fan today."

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FAQ

What is the agreement signed between Otaru City and LeTAO?

It is an agreement to designate the LeTAO Canal Plaza Store as a "Designated Heatstroke Shelter (Cooling Shelter)" to prevent health damage from heatstroke. The store's rest area will be open as a place to escape the heat.

When can the designated heatstroke shelter be used?

It is generally available from June 1st to September 30th each year, from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM. It will also be open upon notification from Otaru City when a Heatstroke Special Warning is issued.

What services are available at the LeTAO Canal Plaza Store?

It is provided as a place to rest and escape the heat, and drinking water is also offered to those who request it.

What is the purpose of this initiative?

To secure temporary shelters where people can escape the heat, in response to the increasing risk of heatstroke due to recent climate change, thereby preventing health damage to citizens and tourists.

What kind of company is KEiSEiSi Co., Ltd.?

It is a confectionery manufacturing and sales company headquartered in Chitose City, Hokkaido, known for the "LeTAO" brand. They also focus on community contribution.

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