Northernmost point of the Otaru Canal
Otaru Travel Guide 2023
The BEST Things to Do in Otaru, Japan｜Otaru Day Trip
Many historical buildings and stone warehouses from the Meiji era, such as the former Otaru branch of the NYK Line and the former Shibusawa Warehouse, can be found on the North Canal, which has retained its ancient appearance. There are also many reminders of the old Otaru, such as gas lamps and the Hokkai Can Otaru factory. Unlike the busy Otaru Canal area, which is becoming more and more of a tourist destination, this quiet area retains the atmosphere of the old port town.
At the northern end of the North Canal is Canal Park, a popular resting place for Otaru residents, with cobblestone pavements and a fountain in the middle of the park. The Western-style building seen behind the fountain is the former Otaru branch of Nippon Yusen. The building, completed in 1906, is a two-storey stone building in the Early Modern European Revival style and is designated as a National Important Cultural Property.
There are also many delicious cafés and restaurants in renovated stone warehouses near the park, such as the Rinkyu morning market, which is crowded with shoppers, and the former Shibusawa Warehouse, which is a good spot for a stroll during a trip to Otaru.
Facility name
Northernmost point of the Otaru Canal
Adress
〒047-0031 3, Ironai, Otaru, Hokkaido
Website
＞Click here to visit our website.
Tai monaka chocolate with 23 lucky spots in Otaru decorated on the packaging. Chocolate and rice puffs are added to the 100% glutinous rice monaka dough, which is baked using traditional techniques.
Otaru Department Store UNGA↑
Original products that convey the attractions of Otaru are developed and sold in a storefront converted from the former Otaru warehouse headquarters, which is said to be the oldest business warehouse in Hokkaido, located in the Otaru North Canal area. The shop tells the story of Otaru's prosperity in the pioneering days of Hokkaido and the history of the Kitamaebune, and displays and sells processed seafood and agricultural products from the port of call and Hokkaido, as well as original products by craftsmen and artists associated with Otaru.
Facility name
Otaru Department Store UNGA↑
Address
〒047-0031 2-1-20 Ironai, Otaru City
Phone
0134-65-8150
Opening hours
11:00~18:00
Regular closing day
None
Website
＞Click here to visit our website.
The BEST Things to Do in Otaru, Japan｜Otaru Day Trip
Many historical buildings and stone warehouses from the Meiji era, such as the former Otaru branch of the NYK Line and the former Shibusawa Warehouse, can be found on the North Canal, which has retained its ancient appearance. There are also many reminders of the old Otaru, such as gas lamps and the Hokkai Can Otaru factory. Unlike the busy Otaru Canal area, which is becoming more and more of a tourist destination, this quiet area retains the atmosphere of the old port town.
At the northern end of the North Canal is Canal Park, a popular resting place for Otaru residents, with cobblestone pavements and a fountain in the middle of the park. The Western-style building seen behind the fountain is the former Otaru branch of Nippon Yusen. The building, completed in 1906, is a two-storey stone building in the Early Modern European Revival style and is designated as a National Important Cultural Property.
There are also many delicious cafés and restaurants in renovated stone warehouses near the park, such as the Rinkyu morning market, which is crowded with shoppers, and the former Shibusawa Warehouse, which is a good spot for a stroll during a trip to Otaru.
Facility name
Northernmost point of the Otaru Canal
Adress
〒047-0031 3, Ironai, Otaru, Hokkaido
Website
＞Click here to visit our website.
Chocolate in the shape of a sea bream
Tai monaka chocolate with 23 lucky spots in Otaru decorated on the packaging. Chocolate and rice puffs are added to the 100% glutinous rice monaka dough, which is baked using traditional techniques.
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Otaru Department Store UNGA↑
Original products that convey the attractions of Otaru are developed and sold in a storefront converted from the former Otaru warehouse headquarters, which is said to be the oldest business warehouse in Hokkaido, located in the Otaru North Canal area. The shop tells the story of Otaru's prosperity in the pioneering days of Hokkaido and the history of the Kitamaebune, and displays and sells processed seafood and agricultural products from the port of call and Hokkaido, as well as original products by craftsmen and artists associated with Otaru.
Facility name
Otaru Department Store UNGA↑
Address
〒047-0031 2-1-20 Ironai, Otaru City
Phone
0134-65-8150
Opening hours
11:00~18:00
Regular closing day
None
Website
＞Click here to visit our website.
