Hokkaido Airport Transfer Private Driver
Otaru is rich in atmospheric spots such as its port town history, glass craftsmanship, sweets, and nostalgic townscape, making it a highly popular tourist destination near Sapporo.
Otaru is rich in atmospheric spots such as its port town history, glass craftsmanship, sweets, and nostalgic townscape, making it a highly popular tourist destination near Sapporo.
The nostalgic scenery lined with historical stone warehouses is captivating.
During the approximately 40-minute canal cruise, you can fully enjoy the view of the warehouses and gas lamps from the water, and the live guide by the captain makes Otaru’s history feel closer. The nightly illumination is especially fantastic.
Sakaemachi Street, near the Otaru Canal, is the main street where strolling is enjoyable. Historical buildings house restaurants serving fresh seafood bowls, the beautiful glass craftsmanship of Kitaichi Glass, and the romantic Otaru Music Box Museum, encapsulating the charm of Otaru sightseeing.
The distillery founded by Masataka Taketsuru, the father of Japanese whisky.
The group of stone buildings, which convey traditional Scottish production methods, are designated as a National Important Cultural Property. By participating in the guided tour (reservation required), you can observe the manufacturing process and enjoy free tastings of Single Malt Yoichi and other whiskies.
A peninsula known for its highly transparent blue sea called “Shakotan Blue.” The views from Cape Kamui and Shimamui Coast are particularly magnificent.
In summer, many tourists visit seeking rich, locally-harvested Shakotan sea urchin (uni). It is a popular day-trip driving route from Otaru, where you can enjoy superb views and fresh seafood gourmet.
