Otaru
OTARU / HOKKAIDO
To experience some reminiscent time in Otaru
About half an hour northwest of Sapporo by train, Otaru is a beautiful small harbor city with well preserved canal area and interesting herring mansions. In the early days of Hokkaido's colonization, Otaru served as a major trade and fishing portMany old warehouses and former office buildings of shipping and trade companies give Otaru a special reminiscent character of past decades.
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Enjoy the nostalgic time in a town full of history
The canal area in Otaru is very suitable for a pleasant stroll during the day, when artists present their works to passing tourists, and during the evenings when old fashioned gas lamps are lit and provide a romantic nostalgic atmosphere. The canal also serves as the main site of the town's Snow Light Path Festival in winter.
Otaru Aquarium is also a good destination to explore with the nearby Herring Mansions which exhibits the history of herring fishing industry in Otaru.
Otaru is known for its fresh seafood, thus, the seafood bowl and sushi is on the must-try list. Also, this city is famous for its sophisticated dessert brands such as Kitakaro and LeTAO.
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