The products are colorful and beautiful. There is a wide variety of flavors such as strawberry, caramel, and pistachio. They offer a sturdy box for carrying when you buy three items. You can also buy just one item. They also have baked goods like cookies and financiers. It cost around 1000 yen for three items. They provided a 2-hour cooling pack as well.

I tried buying the famous Ladurée macarons for the first time during a transfer at Tokyo Station. In the past, I had tried a macaron that was a gift from my brother's friend to his wife, which ended up with my brother receiving it and passing it on to me. However, I couldn't really give a fair evaluation at that time. This time, after buying them myself, I realized that they are more of a gift item, especially for princesses who appreciate luxury treats. The presentation is cute, but the taste didn't leave a lasting impression. The flavors I tried were chestnut, ice tea, sweet potato, and Marie Antoinette. The chestnut one was delicious, but the others were overly sweet with little distinct flavor. Overall, I found them to be too sugary and lacking in depth.

First visit in May 2021 (No.2713). On that day, I picked up some medicine at my older brother's place and had to carry a large package, so I had fewer opportunities to gather material for my blog. However, the content was too little, so I decided to pick up one more topic here. This place has its origins in 1862 when Louis-Ernest Ladurée, a miller from southwestern France, opened a bakery in Paris. Ladurée created the history of the Parisian "salon de thé," combining a café and a pastry shop, and for over 150 years, it has charmed people around the world as a Maison symbolizing the French art of living and as a creator of delicacies that gave birth to macarons. The operation in Japan is managed by "Ladurée Japan (LADUREE JAPON)" under "BAYCREWS Co., Ltd.," which was established in 1977 and signed a licensing agreement with Ladurée in France, as well as a transfer agreement of business assets (existing 5 stores) with 100% investment (capital of 10 million yen). The dining division of "BAYCREWS Co., Ltd.," "Flavor Works Co., Ltd.," operates brands such as J.S. BURGERS CAFE, LUKE’S LOBSTER, RITUEL, BOUL’ANGE, and CUTY SHOP, which I have visited before, but many of them fall short of excellence... The macarons (cream cheese, pistachio, caramel, raspberry) cost 1,728 yen. I have purchased them before, and they have a shelf life of 4 days when refrigerated. Although they are not likely to be imported from France, they are priced higher and seem to use quality ingredients, resulting in macarons that are tastier than usual. Thank you for the meal.

A new Ladurée has opened inside Tokyo Station Gransta, which is a dream come true for cute-loving girls. While there are stores worldwide, having one in Tokyo Station makes it easier to purchase alongside other items. They offer exclusive Tokyo Station cookie assortments and sable tins. The new "Parisienne in Tokyo" collection evokes a spring feeling, with the "Bouquet de Rose" box featuring a flower bouquet design. They have a variety of classic, seasonal, and limited edition macarons coated in raspberry chocolate. The colors are so vibrant, it feels like spring has arrived. The only downside is that they are perishable with a very short shelf life of about 4 days, making it difficult for those who can't meet up with friends right away.

I have recently become obsessed with macarons and have been trying out various flavors, starting with Pierre Hermé. I used to buy them as gifts or souvenirs, but the macarons nowadays are so delicious that I can enjoy a luxurious tea time. I love Pierre Hermé's macarons the most, but they are a bit expensive. Ladurée's macarons are also pricey, but slightly cheaper than Pierre Hermé's. With so many flavors to choose from, it's hard to decide, but I'm sure they are all delicious. The rose and raspberry flavors look elegant and taste delicious with a touch of sophistication.

Theme: Sweets ★ Macarons (10808) Category: Macarons A popular new spot at Tokyo Station called "Gransta Tokyo" has recently opened. I had some errands to run and decided to check it out. The new Gransta is much bigger than before. The passageways are spacious and bright, creating a pleasant atmosphere. Since it was a weekday afternoon, it wasn't too crowded overall, but there were long lines at some of the popular shops, which was surprising! I opted for a shop without a line. I visited "Ladurée Gransta Tokyo Store," which had the same lovely Ladurée atmosphere as other branches. The macarons were elegant and cute. Ladurée never fails to excite the hearts of girls, no matter where you are. There were exclusive macarons available only at "Gransta Tokyo," so I tried to buy one, but was told that if I purchased 1-2 pieces, they would just put them in a bag, which might cause them to break. However, if I bought 3 or more, they would put them in a box. So, I bought 3 pieces. Although they are small sweets, each piece cost 304 yen. From left to right: "Tea Marie Antoinette" (Gransta Tokyo exclusive), "Cream Cheese" (Gransta Tokyo exclusive), and "Rose" (Gransta Tokyo exclusive). The "Cream Cheese" flavor was a bit underwhelming, I was hoping for a more distinctive taste since it was labeled as "Gransta Tokyo exclusive." The "Tea Marie Antoinette" had a lovely tea aroma and a touch of elegance. The taste of Ladurée's original tea was unforgettable, and this macaron was delicious. The "Rose" flavor had the classic aroma of roses, which is a signature of Ladurée macarons. I've lost count of how many times I've enjoyed this delightful and elegant flavor. It's the epitome of Ladurée's macarons. The macarons even came with cute ice packs.

I was browsing HP and came across an article about the opening of Ladurée at Gransta Tokyo in early August. I decided to check it out on a Thursday evening around 6 pm. Gransta Tokyo has expanded and it's fun to explore the new layout. I bought two macarons, one with a cream cheese filling and the other one was probably vanilla strawberry (I forgot the name). They are easy to find on the main street, making it convenient for office workers. You can get a box if you buy three, but I opted for a bag for just two macarons (lol). They also gave me a cute Ladurée ice pack. The macarons were crispy on the outside and chewy inside, and very sweet.

I bought five types of macarons: chocolate, pistachio, raspberry, mango, and white peach. The taste is just like a regular macaron. The way they were packaged! Even though it's for home use, the messy sides cannot be ignored. Thank you for the meal.

Part of Tokyo Station is Gransta, with a first floor and a basement. Marunouchi and Tokyo are separate, and there is no useful map inside. Relying on an area map, I searched for a macaron shop but found that the area map rack was empty. It seems you have to bring your own area map along with a shopping bag. After circling the 2nd floor twice, I finally found a small map and made my way to the shop. The macarons were available for individual purchase, with about a dozen flavors to choose from. I decided on the Tokyo Station limited edition cream cheese and the Blueberry Shiso flavors. I opted for takeout, paid with cashless payment, and received a free paper box to carry my purchase. After walking 2000 steps at Tokyo Station, I returned home and enjoyed the macarons. They were priced at 281 yen each, excluding tax, and while they may not be considered cheap, the delicate and fluffy texture of the macarons was enjoyable. The Blueberry flavor was prominent, while the Shiso flavor was reminiscent of red wine.

This is a souvenir requested from Tokyo. It is a limited edition item from Ladurée Grandsta Tokyo store. The location of the store was a bit hard to find, but it was located in the middle of the first floor of JR Tokyo Station. Ladurée is known for their macarons, but this time I stayed true to my initial plan and bought the Parisienne in Tokyo Sablé. I bought two cans, one for souvenirs and one for myself. I tried the one at home. There were four types of stylish cookies, and they were all delicious, but they are quite expensive so it's not something you can eat regularly.

I was a little curious about the macarons. The shop was cute, the macarons were cute, the packaging was cute, even the ice pack was cute (lol). Of course, the macarons were delicious.

I bought 4 macarons.

It's a gift. I don't usually buy macarons myself, but I'm happy to receive them (^o^) Pistachio, Citron, Raspberry. I like both the tangy pistachio and raspberry flavors. The lemon-scented Citron was also delicious (^o^)

★A famous shop where macarons originated★