Otaru(小樽)
Kitaichi Glass Otaru Presenting Glasses More than 100 years
When visiting Otaru city, a must-see is Kitaichi Glass Otaru, a renowned glassmaker with a history spanning over 100 years. It's no exaggeration to sa
Discover Otaru Denuki Koji Near the Otaru Canal
Denuki Koji (出抜小路) has become one of the iconic spots in Otaru City. This charming area, reminiscent of old-time Otaru, features 16 food stands and re
Did you know Bun-kou, a historical firedog in Otaru
Bun-kou (ぶん公) was a smart dog similar to Hachi-kou (ハチ公) at Shibuya Station. The suffix "kou" (公) indicates familiarity, often used for beloved figure
How to Enjoy Tanaka Sake Brewery Kikkougura in Otaru
Tanaka Sake Brewery Kikkougura is a part of Tanaka Sake Brewery, Otaru's most renowned local sake producer. Situated in Nobukacho, Otaru City, near Mi
Otaru Snow Light Path 2020
About Otaru Snow Light Path Otaru City lights up from dawn until 21:00, enchanting visitors with its dazzling displays. The primary attractions are f
Hina Doll Festival 2020 In Tanaka Sake Brewery
Table of Contents About Hina Doll Festival Open Access Photos from Kikkogura About Hina Doll Festival March 3rd marks the
Shichi-Go-San, Sumiyoshi Shrine in Minami Otaru
Sumiyoshi Shrine is located about a 10-minute walk from Minami-Otaru Station. When people mention Otaru, most tourists visit shops and restaurants alo
Sankaku Ichiba – Triangle Market – near Otaru Station
"Sankaku" means triangle, derived from the shape of the market's roof and layout. Sankaku Ichiba is located just to the left of Otaru Station, within
Mt.Tengu Ropeway and Ski Area in Otaru
Tenguyama offers two ways to enjoy its splendor. If you're not a novice skier, testing your skills on its slopes might be a great idea. The ski res
Don Quijote Otaru Super Discount Store
Don Quijote Otaru is located in Nagasakiya 3F and 4F where is just right front of Otaru Station, 1 minutes walk. The shop expands all floor of 3F a
Where to Park My Car in Otaru, Long time parking and Short time parking
When it comes to parking your car, finding a reasonable and suitable spot can be challenging. We recommend the parking areas shown on the Google Map a
Shikinai Odori near the Otaru Canal in Otaru
Shikinai Street runs south from the Temiyasen district behind the Rin Yu Asaichi morning market to Sushiyadori Street, where the Okobachigawa Ri
OTARU TIMES GARTEN at the warehouse street in Otaru
This is located at the Otaru canal near Otaru canal cruise. The warehouse include 3 shops whose themes are bread, tea and Jingisukan. Select your f
Tanaka Sake Brewery Kikkougura in Otaru 2019
Takaragawa, a longstanding flagship product of Tanaka Sake Brewery, has been complemented by their ongoing enthusiasm for introducing new products.
How to enjoy Otaru Canal
Rickshaw around Otaru Canal Kotaro is a rookie rickshaw driver who's gaining fame thanks to a local TV program featuring rickshaw rides along Otaru C
Otaru Hina Doll Exhibition Tour 2016
The Otaru Hina Doll Tour 2016 commenced on February 20, 2016, and concluded on March 6, 2016. This unique event aims to share Japanese traditional
Otaru Hina Doll Tour 2015
The Hina Doll Festival is celebrated every year on March 3rd in Japan, dedicated to girls. During this event, various traditional Hina dolls, some pas
The Former Aoyama Villa: A Flourishing Herring Mansion in Otaru
This building is known as the so-called "Nishin Goten," symbolizing Otaru's prosperity during its herring fishing era. Viewing it gives a clear sense
Otaru Museum Main Branch
There are two branches of the Otaru Museum. One is the main comprehensive museum located in Temiya, and this serves as the main branch. The other is t
Otaru Museum Canal Branch
The Otaru Museum Canal Branch is situated near Otaru Canal, adjacent to Otaru Canal Plaza. It serves as the canal branch of the Otaru Museum, original
