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  1. Otaru is a port city located in the Midwest of Hokkaido. It is a popular town attracting travelers year-round, famous for its sushi and marine products, sweets such as “LeTAO,” handcrafted glass blown crafts from “Kitaichi” and the beautiful picturesque scenery of the town including the “Otaru Canal.”
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    Otaru is a small port city, about half an hour northwest of Sapporo by JR Rapid Airport train and fifty minutes by local train. The city is considered one of the best day trips from downtown Sapporo, the capital of Hokkaido. It’s mostly famous for its old buildings, glass items, seafood, music boxes and the picturesque Otaru Canal.
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    Many of the stately stone buildings of the banks and trading companies that were built in those days still remain, forming a romantic cityscape around Otaru Canal. Some of these historical buildings have been transformed into hotels, restaurants, and stores. Otaru is known for its fresh seafood, and abundant hot springs.
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    Otaru is well known for its beer, and Otaru Beer, next to the canal, is a popular restaurant with a medieval theme. Otaru is also known for its fresh sushi. Another food attraction unique to Otaru is the rainbow tower ice cream. The town also has substantial shopping arcades and bazaars, but fewer than nearby Sapporo.
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    47 Facts About Otaru

    • The name “Otaru” means “sandy beach” in the native Ainu language. ...
    • Otaru was one of the first harbors to open to foreign trade in Japan. ...
    • Canal Street is a renowned symbol of Otaru. ...
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    Otaru is widely known as a holiday destination on the domestic scene although far less visited by international tourists. With that in mind, many people may not know that Otaru is home to one of the main music box industries in Japan and one of the best places to learn more about this is at the Otaru Music Box Museum.
    Otaru is one of the main glass producing parts of Japan and it was particularly famous for its oil lamps and glass balls that would have been used in the fishing industry. The glass industry now however also produces a range of decorative items and there are glass workshops dotted around the town which make great places to shop for souvenirs.
    Otaru is a small port city located near Sapporo on the island of Hokkaido in Japan. Visiting Otaru is one of the best things to see during a trip to Hokkaido. Famous for its canal and its preserved brick warehouses, Otaru attracts many visitors whole year round. In Otaru, you will feel more in Europe or North America than in Japan.
    Walk along Otaru Canal Otaru Canal is the main attraction in Otaru and was built in 1923. The canal is bordered by a walkway so that you can stroll along the banks of the waterway and if you can make sure to come here in the evening as this is when the promenade is illuminated with ancient oil lamps giving it an old world feel.
  3. WEBNov 23, 2023 · Discover the best things to do in Otaru, a prime destination near Sapporo in Hokkaido. Known for its enchanting attractions, this vibrant city is home to the romantic Otaru Canal, vintage street lamps, famed …

  4. Otaru is a charming port town in Hokkaido, Japan, that offers a glimpse into the past. Once a major tr… See more
    Otaru is a charming port town in Hokkaido, Japan, that offers a glimpse into the past. Once a major trading hub with Russia and China, Otaru still preserves its historic stone buildings, warehouses, and canal that reflect its rich heritage. You can stroll along the canal, visit the museums, and admire the architecture of the former banks and trading companies. Otaru is also known for its glassware, music boxes, and seafood, which you can find in the shops and restaurants along Sakaimachi Street. If you are looking for more attractions, you can explore the nearby whisky distillery, the former mansion of a wealthy fisherman, or the scenic hills and coastlines of Otaru.
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  7. WEBOtaru is known for its fresh seafood, and abundant hot springs. Don't Miss. An evening cruise along the canal to see the retro gas lamps and illuminated architecture. Visiting local art galleries and craft stores for …

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    WEBFeb 10, 2024 · Famous for its canal and its preserved brick warehouses, Otaru attracts many visitors whole year round. In Otaru, you will feel more in Europe or North America than in Japan. There are many imposing …

  10. WEBApr 10, 2024 · Otaru is a small port city, about half an hour northwest of Sapporo by JR Rapid Airport train and fifty minutes by local train. The city is considered one of the best day trips from downtown Sapporo, the capital …

  11. WEBMar 21, 2024 · Ranging from enjoying unique local cuisine & marching along historic canals to shopping for antiques among ageless merchant houses & exploring the region’s rich history of fishing, the number of …

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