Otaru is a small harbor city, about half an hour northwest of Sapporo by train. Its beautifully preserved canal area and interesting herring mansions make Otaru a pleasant day trip from Sapporo or a nice stop en route to or from Niseko or the Shakotan Peninsula.
00:00 Otaru Station
00:21 Sankaku Market
02:43 Walk around Otaru
05:03 Tourist Information Centre
06:22 Otaru Canal
09:13 Sakaimachi Street
10:39 Lunch at Sakaimachi Street
11:55 Japanese Matcha Sweets
14:22 Dried Squid Shop
14:54 Cream Puff Shop
15:54 Glass Shop
17:21 Otaru Cafe Hello Kitty
19:11 Walk Back to Otaru Station
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