❄️A Guide to Otaru, the City of Sushi

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Japan Travel Journal 44. Otaru

📍Otaru City

Introducing Otaru, the first place that comes to mind when thinking of travel destinations near Sapporo. ✨.

Otaru is a charming city with a small but impressive collection of attractions.

Following Sakaimachi Street, you'll find shops selling beautiful glass crafts, the Otaru Music Box Museum selling music boxes, and the flagship store of LeTAO, a chain that originated in Otaru.

As the backdrop for Mr. Sushi King, there are also many delicious sushi restaurants. 🍣.

In the evening, the Otaru Canal, often featured in dramas, is beautifully lit up, making for some beautiful photos. 🌊.

Because it's such a small city, shops, restaurants, and stores close early, but 🌙 you can enjoy the quietness late into the night.

Many people consider Otaru a day trip destination, but for those who want to experience the quiet charm of a small town, I recommend staying overnight. ☺️.

🚇How to get to Otaru from Sapporo

Take the Rapid Airport Express from Sapporo Station to Otaru Station (approximately 40 minutes)

📍Places to Visit in Otaru

LeTAO Main Store, Otaru Music Box Museum, Kitakaro Otaru Main Building, Otaru Canal, Former Temiya Line, Otaru Sumiyoshi Shrine, etc.

🍣Otaru Restaurant Recommendations

Kiku Sushi, Sushi Dokoro Shun

🏨Otaru Hotel Recommendations

Grizz Premium Hotel Otaru, Grand Park Otaru

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