Otaru Canal

"How are you? I'm fine." The most unmissable place in Hokkaido is Otaru. As the filming location of "Love Letter", this place has the most niche and quiet beauty in Hokkaido. / The first thing: "About Otaru" Otaru is a seaside town on the west coast of Hokkaido, Japan, This small town is covered with snow, It became popular because of the movie "Love Letter", and has become a must-visit place for many people when they come to Hokkaido. / The second thing: "Main attractions" Otaru is not big, there are not many attractions, and you can finish it in a day trip. 1、Otaru Canal: Famous because of Love Letter, the canal bank has been transformed into various craft shops, The retro brick warehouse is full of literary atmosphere. It is especially recommended to come here at night, and the restaurants and bars along the river are not to be missed. 2、Funaizaka: The slope where the postman rides a bicycle to deliver letters in "Love Letter", standing on a high ground, you can also overlook the beautiful sea in the distance, it is very suitable for taking pictures, the sea view + snow scene at a glance, full of literary sense. 3、Kitichi Dori: The busiest and most prosperous commercial street in Otaru, all kinds of handmade and gourmet dining, can be found here. 4、Fairy Tale Crossroad: The end of Kitichi Dori is Fairy Tale Crossroad, surrounded by Music Box Museum, hello kitty cafe, etc., a must-visit place for taking pictures. 5、Music Box Museum: A European-style retro building with a history of more than 100 years, it has collected more than 3,000 music boxes from all over the world, and it feels like a fairy tale world when you walk in! You can buy all kinds of music boxes here, and you can even customize the music and shape yourself. 6、hello kitty cafe: Just opposite the Music Box Museum, the first floor is a merchandise shop, and the second floor is a cafe. The hello kitty theme style is a place that girls like to check in. 7、Tengu Mountain: The night view of Tengu Mountain, along with the night view of Hakodate and the night view of Sapporo Moiwa Mountain, is known as the "Three Great Night Views of Hokkaido", and it is also the place where the heroine of "Love Letter" ran wildly in the snow. It is recommended to go in the afternoon, you can see the city view during the day, and you can also see a very dreamy night view at night~ 8、Asari: A seaside fishing village near Otaru, here are the sea, snow, and small villages, very quiet and literary, very suitable for taking pictures and checking in. / The third thing: "Recommended travel route" (JR train to Asari Station) Asari—(JR train to Otaru Minami Station)—Fairy Tale Crossroad—(walk)—Music Box Museum—(walk)—hello kitty cafe—(walk)—Kitichi Dori—(walk)—Otaru Canal—(walk)—Funaizaka—(No. 9 bus)—Tengu Mountain / The fourth thing: "Recommended food" 1、Masazushi: Filming location of "Love Letter", a very romantic restaurant 2、Zezaki Fisheries: All kinds of Hokkaido seafood are available 3、LeTAO Main Store: Biscuits and chocolates are very famous! 4、Kitakaro: Fairy Forest Annual Ring Cake / The fifth thing: "Transportation Strategy" The most convenient and fast way from Sapporo to Otaru is to take the JR train, the fare is 750 one way, and the time is about 36 minutes. For city travel, except for going to Asari or Tengu Mountain, you need to take a car, and the rest can be reached on foot.

During the Meiji and Taisho eras, Otaru was the center of trade and commerce in Hokkaido. The red-brick warehouses along the Otaru Canal, which were in use at that time, have now been transformed into restaurants, craft rooms, and shops. The Otaru Canal still retains the coal lamps from those years, giving it a romantic and retro flavor. Whether you visit during the day or at night, you can see the different faces of the Otaru Canal. In addition to the famous Otaru Canal, the area's fresh seafood and hot springs are also well-known attractions.

#winter2022 #otaru Otaru is a romantic town that is easily accessible from Sapporo. The Otaru Canal in the port and the surrounding stone warehouses have much to tell of the city’s proud form of long ago, which paved the way to prosperity beyond Sapporo and the cultivation of Hokkaido. There are many historical buildings that still stand around the Otaru Canal from 100 years ago, which provide a nostalgic atmosphere that you can enjoy as you walk around. Here are some of the best places to check out during your visit.

Hokkaido, a place full of romance and fantasy, is a travel destination that absolutely cannot be missed. 🌟Hokkaido - Central Region🌟 Sapporo Main attractions: Odori Park, White Lover, Tanukikoji Shopping Street, etc. Sapporo is the cultural and commercial center of Hokkaido, very suitable for the first-time free travelers to Hokkaido. You can taste delicious food, buy special products, and feel the charm of Hokkaido here. Otaru Main attractions: Otaru Canal, Music Box Museum, Kitaichi Glass, Tengu Mountain, etc. Otaru is the romantic city of Hokkaido and also the filming location of the movie 'Love Letter'. You can stroll along the canal and feel the unique romantic atmosphere here. 🌟Lake Toya Main attractions: Non-freezing Lake, Cruise, Volcano Hot Springs, Mt. Yotei, etc. Lake Toya is a volcanic lake that does not freeze even in winter. You can experience volcanic geothermal, enjoy the beautiful scenery, and also take a cruise on the lake. Noboribetsu Main attractions: Noboribetsu Hot Spring Street, Hell Valley, Bear Ranch, Ida Era Village, etc. Noboribetsu is a hot spring resort in Hokkaido. You can enjoy hot springs, taste delicious food, and also visit attractions such as Hell Valley. 🌟Hokkaido - Northern Region🌟 Furano Main attractions: Tomita Farm, Mori no Tokei Cafe, Fairy Terrace, etc. Furano is the land of lavender and colorful flower sea in Hokkaido, and you can also experience the fun of skiing here. This is a holy place for photography, you must go and feel it! 🌟Biei Main attractions: Biei Blue Pond, Shikisai no Oka, Patchwork Road, etc. Biei has a kind of European rural scenery, the water of the blue pond is blue, and it is a holy place for photography. Here you can experience a unique sightseeing route and enjoy the beautiful scenery. Asahikawa Main attractions: Asahiyama Zoo, Asahikawa Ramen Village, etc. Asahikawa is a small animal paradise in Hokkaido. You can get close to the cute penguins here. You can also taste the local specialty Asahikawa ramen. 🌟Hoshino Resort Main attractions: Water Church, Ski Resort, Smile Beach, etc. Hoshino Resort is a comprehensive resort with mature commercial facilities. You can experience various water activities and skiing fun here. 🌟Hokkaido - Eastern Region🌟 Kushiro Main attractions: Eating seafood at Washo Market, Lake Akan, Kushiro Wetland, etc. You can experience hot springs at Lake Akan and watch red-crowned cranes at Kushiro Wetland. You can also taste fresh seafood at Washo Market. Kushiro is a town in the eastern part of Hokkaido, with beautiful natural landscapes and rich outdoor activities. You can feel the charm of nature here, and also have close contact with cute red-crowned cranes. You must not miss the food and hot springs here!

When traveling to Otaru, the must-visit spot is Otaru Canal! Famous for the movie 'Love Letter', it has different views in four seasons, especially unique in winter. / The first thing: 'About Otaru Canal' The Otaru Canal is 1140 meters long and 20 to 40 meters wide, located in Otaru City, Japan. It is the only and oldest canal in Hokkaido, which is the same age as the history of Hokkaido's development, about more than 120 years. The Otaru Canal was initially used for loading and unloading goods, and now the canal bank has been transformed into various craft shops, many literary shops, and some warehouses converted into restaurants and bars. / The second thing: 'Main Check-in Points' 1. Canal Side: The first check-in location is the canal side, you can be on the bridge by the river, or on the embankment by the river. 2. Old Warehouse on the River Bank: The old warehouses here have become various style shops, Otaru Warehouse No. 1, known as the birthplace of Otaru beer, and Otaru Canal Canteen is a food street converted from a warehouse. 3. Otaru City Comprehensive Museum: Free, using the 'Old Otaru Warehouse' transformation, introducing the history and nature of Otaru, as well as the history of the development of the fishing industry. / The third thing: 'Recommended Play' 1. Check-in for photos: The Otaru Canal is a must-check-in for Otaru, and it is also a place where everyone who comes to Otaru will check in for photos. It is recommended to come and see both day and night, with different views. 2. Canal Tour: To tour the Otaru Canal, you can rent a bicycle, there are also rickshaw drivers in traditional costumes on the shore, and you can also take a sightseeing boat, the night view is particularly charming. / The fourth thing: 'Recommended Restaurant' There are many gourmet restaurants on both sides of the canal. 1. Skewer Bird Otaru's popular barbecue shop, chicken skewers, beef tongue are all must-order series, it's really great to have some skewers in winter. 2. Buckwheat House Century-old buckwheat seedling old shop, also a popular local shop, you can try tempura buckwheat noodles or curry buckwheat noodles. / The fifth thing: 'Transportation Strategy' The Otaru Canal is in the city center, about 400m down from JR Otaru.