《2019 latest version》 Hokkaido / Otaru sightseeing recommended gourmet / leisure spot ranking BEST10

《2019 latest version》 Hokkaido / Otaru sightseeing recommended gourmet / leisure spot ranking BEST10

Sapporo Otaru, a port city located northwest of the city facing Ishikari Bay. Traffic access Sapporo Good 30 minutes by fast train from the station! Tourist attractions within walking distance of the station are also among the best. It is a popular tourist destination immobile from the ease of movement, glass crafts, music boxes, sake breweries are famous. The old warehouse area along the Otaru canal is a modern city that prospered from Meiji to Taisho. It makes you feel nostalgic for the people you visit. Retro and cute cafes and modern shops are lined up and there is no doubt that you will miss it. On this page, we will pick up gourmets from the recommended spots for sightseeing in Otaru city and introduce them to leisure spots, etc. and introduce them in the rankings!


1. Otaru Canal

If you say Otaru Hokkaido here! A classic spot full of highlights that you can say. Hokkaido was made for unloading from the entrance Otaru Port of pioneer Wed is the path Otaru Canal. Currently, stone warehouses and buildings are used for tourist information centers, restaurants, shops, etc. as they were then, 63 gases lights stand on the walk way. Especially in the nighttime light up Tour Time , the shape of the warehouse group is reflected in the Wed of the canal. Romantic and beautiful scenery can be seen, and it can be said that it is the Otaru's first instant shot spot. Moreover, the history of Hokkaido pioneering can also be felt everywhere. Although it is held from the spring to the autumn, it is also recommended to take a blue cave cruise tour from the Otaru Canal canal, where you can see the crystal clear ocean floor. There are also cruising tours that you can relax and enjoy near Asakusabashi and Chuo Bridge ♫

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2. Otaru Tenguyama Ropeway

You can enjoy the night view of Otaru, one of the three major night view of Hokkaido from Tengu mountain with altitude of 532 m. Easy movement with ropeway about 4 minutes on one way! From the observatory of Mt. Tengu, you can enjoy the magnificent view of Otaru city and Otaru port. It is recommended not only for the night but also for the sunny days of the Sun because you can see the hot weather district and Shakotan Peninsula. How about enjoying meals and scenery together at the restaurant? You can also take a walk around Chirimarisu Park where cute squirrels run around. Not only in winter skiing but also in the season an event and children can enjoy Activity and a slider going down while taking a nature walk about 400 m on a bobsleigh is crowded with families. Access is about 17 minutes by bus from JR Otaru station. "Tengu mountain ropeway" is soon.


3. Kitaichi Glass / Kitaichi Hall

Speaking of Otaru's crafts, Kitaichi Glass! The history of Kitaichi Glass began more 100 years ago, and the cafe "Kitaichi Hall" at Kitaichi Glass Third Building is lighting the light with the oil lamp that became the trigger. The interior that is illuminated with 167 oil lamps creates a romantic and fantastic atmosphere. The cakes, sweets, and coffee you will experience in this will surely be a bit different. In the facility of Kitaichi Glass, there are shops where you can purchase glass products of different styles and themes as well as shops where you can enjoy sake and wine, facilities that you can experience dragonfly balls and costumes, etc. and you can spend a fulfilling time I can do it. Kitaichi Venezia Art Museum is also recommended. How about the original glassware in memories of Otaru's journey?


4. Otaru Music Box Museum

100 built Year The Otaru Music Box Main Building, which is located in the center of the city, is visited by a large number of tourists who stand at the starting point of the Kojimachi Street and the Marchen intersection. A wide variety of music boxes with different designs and timbres lined up in a spacious open space. You can choose one that is perfect for your souvenir while enjoying it. In the second building, antique music boxes are exhibited, and you can see things of historical value close up. 100 Year more The tasteful tone of Aeolian Pipe Organ, which has passed through time, will heal people and enrich the memories of the journey. In the surrounding area, there is a workshop where you can experience handmade music boxes, and specialty stores of stuffed animals and character miscellaneous goods. Also, don't forget that the steam clock in front of the building is a popular photo spot!


5. Otaru Western Confectionery LeTAO Main Store

Hokkaido Souvenir standard! adult If you buy Otaru souvenirs that both kids and children are absolutely pleased with, here is the Otaru Western Sweets Store Lu Tao Main Store. A 5-minute walk from Minami-Otaru Station on JR Hakodate Main Line area Called area, Opposite the Otaru Music Box. You can taste Lutau's classic cheesecake "Doble Fromage". In addition to the main store, there are also Otaru limited shops and products such as chocolate specialty stores, so it is an indispensable spot for sweets lovers.


6. Otaru Aquarium

It is a popular spot for families and couples. It takes about 2 hours by car from New Chitose Airport, about 1 hour from Sapporo 's center, but it is a bit far away but from Otaru Station it is 25 minutes by bus line and good access! Otaru Wed attractions of the family museum is say what marine mammals show that can not be found only here. You can enjoy expressive show of dolphins, todo, seals, walruses and penguins. Also, in the marine mammals park you can see how living beings are spending their time in close proximity to nature. As the business term and the time vary, depending on the season, including the amusement park, we recommend you go play after checking!


7. Triangular market

A triangular market located at the gateway to Otaru sightseeing, a 2-minute walk from JR Otaru Station and convenient location. It is the kitchen of Otaru used by various people from each restaurant to the local people. In stores such as sushi shops and set meal shops, you can taste delicious vegetable-based meals, as well as fresh sea urchin, salmon roe and scallops, as well as local fresh seafood. I would like to taste the seafood bowl of a volume that seems to overflow from bowl whenever I am in Otaru. Please enjoy the vibrant market atmosphere and fresh seafood!


8. Tanaka Sake Brewery Kamekozo

Established brewery manufacturer Tanaka Shuzo, founded in 1899, Meiji 32. We use 100% rice from Hokkaido , making local sake throughout the year. At this Tanaka Sake Brewery Turtle Kura Koza, you can sample sake watching tours and freshly squeezed wine. I do not collect for drinking. Also, there are lots of lineup of sake being sold so let's find Favorite and go home ♫ There are tasting and tasting such as sake bamboo rice cracker, rice crackers, tea etc. for children who can not drink alcohol. Must see the building that used Ishikura warehouse group! Advance reservation is recommended.


9. Kamaei Co., Ltd.

Hokkaido It is one of the gourmets, Kakamai's Kamaboko! In the factory direct sale shop in Kojimachi, you can observe the kamaboko production made by skilled craftsmen free of charge. The fried fish on the spot is excellent adult I'm feeling. Kamaboko is also popular with limited edition pandom fried with minced egg, bacon, cheese, and onion, wrapped in thin bread and pan-fried with cheese, and a winner roll fried with cheese surimi with cheese. It is perfect for gifts as well as souvenirs for Otaru. Eat-in-space is where you can eat limited edition products and soft creams.


10. Asahi Observatory

Located behind the Otaru station, it is popular for citizens as a place to relax as it is close to the city area. Although it is small in the observatory of Otaru at altitude of 190 m, many people are visiting as a popular night view spot. You can overlook the rough terrain with many Otaru slopes and the port town close by. In the vicinity, there is a walking path of 18 courses where you can hike, a literary monument of proletarian literary Takiji Kobayashi of Yukari Otaru, a monument of Kanji Oda (Odaikan), which is a spot to enjoy in addition to the prospects. It is familiar as a place for citizens to relax because it is close to the city area. It seems that it is closed in winter, so it is recommended to visit during a good period of spring and autumn!


Summary of recommended sightseeing, gourmet and leisure spots around Otaru, Hokkaido

Well, how about you guided to everyone in ranking format? Although this time we introduced the popular classic spot, there are still a lot of attractions in port city Otaru. A trip to sightsee like the model course by combining the rankings above is also wonderful, but it is also recommended to extend your legs further, make memories with sports such as Activity and cultural experiences, taste the air and food in the area . There is no doubt that the snow season will also have a different flavor! Please check the Hotel Address and telephone number, regular holiday Sun business hours etc beforehand by the corresponding website and telephone. Eat lots of Hokkaido things and sightsee it, let's get better with everyone!


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