Sapporo Essential Nearby Trip: Otaru Excursion

1. Sapporo → Otaru (about 40 minutes)
• Take the JR Rapid Airport Train and arrive at Otaru Station

2. Otaru Canal (about 1 hour)
• Stroll along the canal with its quaint warehouse buildings and beautiful winter scenery
• Option to take a canal cruise and enjoy the tranquil atmosphere

3. Otaru Music Box Museum & Kitaichi Glass Workshop (about 1 hour)
• Admire various music boxes at Japan's largest music box store
• Browse and purchase glass crafts at the glass workshop

4. Sakaimachi Street (about 1-2 hours, including lunch)
• Explore cafes and desserts in the retro shopping street
• Have lunch at a famous sushi restaurant in Otaru (such as Masazushi)

5. Tenguyama Observatory (about 1 hour, optional)
• Take the ropeway to the top and enjoy the view of Otaru city and the sea

6. LeTAO Main Store & Dessert Tour (about 30 minutes)
• Taste the famous cheesecake and other desserts

7. Otaru → Sapporo (evening)
• Return to Sapporo by JR train, free time or rest

Post by 나는야여행자 | Mar 24, 2025