8 Culture Winter Tranquility in Otaru Chris Barnes Otaru is a beautiful port town easily accessible from neighboring hotspots like Sapporo & Niseko. The perfect place unwind and enjoy..
Culture Otaru's Gleaming Canals Katherine Moore Meiji Era town make a great day trip from Sapporo, but stay until after dark when the canals light up to see it at its best.
Activities Otaru Yuki Akari no Michi Varsha Vaswati A gleaming festival of snow lamps and lights held every February in the beautiful town of Otaru.
10 Otaru's Hotel Sonia in Hokkaido Sandra Isaka Hokkaido: Located on Otaru's famous brick warehouse lined canal, the Hotel Sonia is a good choice for budget travelers who want..
Culture Otaru Rail Museum Featured The rail museum in Otaru is an impressive display of the development of the rail system in Hokkaido, beginning with the Meiji Restoration..
Food Rinyu Morning Market in Otaru R.S. Reynolds Sashimi lunch at Rinyu Morning Market in Otaru, Hokkaido