Check in at the Otaru Canal in Hokkaido, Japan

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The Otaru Canal is 1,140 meters long and 20 to 40 meters wide. It is located in Otaru City. It is the only and oldest canal in Hokkaido. It is the same age as the development history of Hokkaido, about 120 years ago. In order to solve the problem of transporting food, vegetables, clothing and other necessities, the pioneers designed and dug this canal. It is a symbol of Hokkaido’s pioneering history and the crystallization of the pioneers’ wisdom and culture.

In the past ten years, during the urban construction and modernization process of Otaru City, some people have repeatedly proposed to abolish this river. However, most knowledgeable people regard it as a historical relic of Hokkaido and strongly oppose the proposal of abolishing the river. Saved. After careful planning and renovation, the Otaru Canal not only retains its original appearance, but also adds many romantic and beautiful designs, including 63 elegant gas lamps, which are combined with sunset light, water shadows and stone walls every dusk to create a charming scenery. It has become Otaru’s signature scenery. A trip to the Otaru Canal only takes about 30 minutes, but it makes many people linger.

The Otaru Canal has become a famous check-in point in Japan and is worth a visit.

Post by DH 2022 | Jun 2, 2024