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At the northern terminus of the Otaru Canal lies Rinyu Morning Market, a hidden gem of a market frequented by locals. It is a historic market that was established over 50 years ago when a grain warehouse became vacant. Nearby attractions include the former Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha Otaru Branch, an Important Cultural Property, Canal Park, and the Otaru City Museum Main Building.

Rinyu Morning Market is famous for being the earliest market in Otaru, and is open from 4:00 AM to 2:00 PM. However, some stores do not open before 7:00 AM, and it is only after 7:00 AM that all the stores start operating, stocking up on the fish caught that morning. If you are looking for freshness, the best time to go is around 7:00 AM, when the fish arrives from the wholesale market.

Rinyu Morning Market is not a particularly large market, with around 12 stores, including fishmongers, dried goods stores, and restaurants, but the variety of products and the bargains offered rival those of other markets in Otaru. Fresh seafood just caught in the waters off Otaru is lined up.

In autumn, salmon, salmon roe, flounder, and autumn mantis shrimp are lined up, while in winter, star anise, abalone, cod, etc. are available. In spring, herring, trout, and spring mantis shrimp are available. In summer, sea urchin and scallops are available. Atka mackerel and Pacific octopus are available all year round. In addition to seafood, Hokkaido vegetables, fruits, and homemade side dishes are also sold.

One of the features of Rinyu Morning Market is that there are many friendly shops and the prices are overwhelmingly reasonable compared to other markets in Otaru. The majority of customers are locals and those who come from nearby areas such as Sapporo, like ours.

Facility name: Rinyu Morning Market

Address: 3-10-15 Ironai, Otaru, Hokkaido, 047-0031

phone
0134-22-0257

Opening hours
4:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Closed : Sundays

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