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title: Deep Local Otaru
date: 2023-03-23T12:07:00+09:00
author: Yu Kiroro
canonical_url: "https://yukiroro.com/experience/deep-local-otaru"
section: Activities
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# Deep Local Otaru

One of Japan’s most stunning portside towns, Otaru is just 30 minutes from Yu Kiroro, with an abundance of things to do and fresh seafood to enjoy.

 Note: This example itinerary introduces recommended sightseeing spots and restaurants but please note that this tour is unaccompanied. Please make your own arrangements for transportation and meals.

  Yu Kiroro (9:30am)

  40 mins (by car)

    ![Nantaru ichiba crab](https://d2d3p98dfsetz4.cloudfront.net/general/_640x253_crop_center-center_82_line/nantaru-ichiba-crab.jpg)  ## Nantaru Ichiba

Old Local Market

The largest traditional local market in Otaru, this an extremely popular spot where you can browse all kinds of seafood, the freshest in Hokkaido!

 

  [More Details](http://www.nantaruichiba.or.jp/index.html) 

 

 

  15 mins (by car)

    ![Otaru Kihin Kan](https://d2d3p98dfsetz4.cloudfront.net/general/_640x490_crop_center-center_82_line/Otaru-Kihin-Kan.jpg)  ## Otaru Kihin Kan

Herring Fisherman’s Palace

A wealthy merchant's house that prospered from herring fishing, a visit to this historical landmark is like being transported back in time to an era of beautiful Japanese craftsmanship!

 

  [More Details](http://www.otaru-kihinkan.jp/en/) 

 

 

  3 mins (by car)

    ![Aotsuka Shokudo](https://d2d3p98dfsetz4.cloudfront.net/general/_640x516_crop_center-center_82_line/Aotsuka-Shokudo.jpg)  ## Lunch at Aotsuka Shokudo

Restaurant

A popular spot with locals, this seafood restaurant is located close to Cape Shukutsu, west of Otaru, and a fantastic place to sample the area's legendary cuisine.

 

  [More Details](http://www.aotsuka.com/) 

 

 

  20 mins (by car)

    ![Otaru glass](https://d2d3p98dfsetz4.cloudfront.net/general/_640x480_crop_center-center_82_line/otaru-glass.jpg)  ## Otaru Taisho Glass

Glass Making (by car)

From its origins providing floats made of glass for the local fisheries, today Otaru Taisho Glass has developed into a centre for beautiful glasswork culture.

 

  [More Details](http://www.otaru-glass.jp/koubou/sousaku) 

 

 

  5 mins (on foot)

    ![Otaru canal cruise](https://d2d3p98dfsetz4.cloudfront.net/general/_640x489_crop_center-center_82_line/otaru-canal-cruise.jpg)  ## Otaru Canal Cruise

Boat Cruise

Otaru is all about canals. The cruise takes in many of Otaru's historical buildings and takes 40 minutes. Please take a cruise and feel the history of Otaru!

 

  [More Details](https://otaru.cc/en/) 

 

 

  5 mins (by car)

    ![Otaru Minato Mochi](https://d2d3p98dfsetz4.cloudfront.net/general/_640x272_crop_center-center_82_line/Otaru-Minato-Mochi.jpg)  ## Otaru Minato Mochi

Traditional Rice Cake

There are many temples in the old town of Otaru. Many rice cakes were made as offerings to temples. That's why there are so many mochi (Rice Cake) shops in Otaru.

 

  [More Details](https://www.minato-mochi.com/) 

 

 

  40 mins (by car)

  Yu Kiroro (4pm)

 

 

  ### [Experience](https://yukiroro.com/experience)

- [Winter Activities](https://yukiroro.com/experience/winter)
- [Summer Activities](https://yukiroro.com/experience/summer)
- [Sightseeing & Day Trips](https://yukiroro.com/experience/sightseeing)
- [Local Restaurants](https://yukiroro.com/experience/local-restaurants)