Otaru Canal
A canal town lined with stone warehouses, a popular day trip from Sapporo.
- Area
- Hokkaido · Otaru
- Location
- Otaru (day trip)
- Getting there
- JR Otaru Sta.
- Admission
- Free
- Hours
- Open 24 hours
As of October 2026 · Prices and hours can change, so check the official website before you go.
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A historic building selling thousands of music boxes, in front of the steam clock.
Otaru Snow Light Path
A winter festival lighting up the canal and old railway line with candles and snow lanterns.
Otaru Ushio Festival
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