--- title: "Sightseeing & Day Trips" date: 2024-10-10T12:26:00+09:00 author: Yu Kiroro canonical_url: "https://yukiroro.com/experience/sightseeing" section: Pages --- # Sightseeing & Day Trips Our central location allows you to explore the surrounding areas with ease, from the historical charm of Otaru to the bustling energy of Sapporo. [ ![Otaru canal cruise 04](https://d2d3p98dfsetz4.cloudfront.net/general/Otaru/_640x426_crop_center-center_82_line/otaru-canal-cruise-04.jpg) ](https://yukiroro.com/experience/otaru-canal-cruise) ## [Otaru Canal Cruise](https://yukiroro.com/experience/otaru-canal-cruise) Otaru Canal Cruise is a popular activity for visitors to Otaru - a great way to learn about the history of the canal and rediscover the romance of Otaru’s past. [ View Details ](https://yukiroro.com/experience/otaru-canal-cruise) [ ![Boat fishing 01](https://d2d3p98dfsetz4.cloudfront.net/general/_640x332_crop_center-center_82_line/boat-fishing-01.jpg) ](https://yukiroro.com/experience/boat-fishing-experience) ## [Boat Fishing Experience](https://yukiroro.com/experience/boat-fishing-experience) Experience an unforgettable charter fishing adventure in the beautiful seas of Otaru, Yoichi, and Shakotan. [ View Details ](https://yukiroro.com/experience/boat-fishing-experience) [ ![Nikka Whisky Yoichi Distillery 05](https://d2d3p98dfsetz4.cloudfront.net/general/_640x426_crop_center-center_82_line/Nikka-Whisky-Yoichi-Distillery-05.jpg) ](https://yukiroro.com/experience/nikka-whisky-yoichi-distillery) ## [Nikka Whisky Yoichi Distillery](https://yukiroro.com/experience/nikka-whisky-yoichi-distillery) Located in Yoichi, Hokkaido, the Nikka Yoichi Distillery was founded in 1934 by Masataka Taketsuru, known as the father of Japanese whisky. [ View Details ](https://yukiroro.com/experience/nikka-whisky-yoichi-distillery) [ ![Niki hills winery 13](https://d2d3p98dfsetz4.cloudfront.net/general/_640x426_crop_center-center_82_line/niki-hills-winery-13.jpg) ](https://yukiroro.com/experience/niki-hills-winery) ## [Niki Hills Winery](https://yukiroro.com/experience/niki-hills-winery) Located in the town of Niki, Hokkaido, Niki Hills offers a rare opportunity to experience authentic winemaking up close, surrounded by stunning natural scenery. [ View Details ](https://yukiroro.com/experience/niki-hills-winery) [ ![Nitori tourist orchard 01](https://d2d3p98dfsetz4.cloudfront.net/general/_640x480_crop_center-center_82_line/nitori-tourist-orchard-01.jpg) ](https://yukiroro.com/experience/nitori-tourist-orchard) ## [Nitori Tourist Orchard](https://yukiroro.com/experience/nitori-tourist-orchard) Nitori Tourist Orchard, located in Yoichi Town, Hokkaido, is one of the largest fruit-picking farms in the region. [ View Details ](https://yukiroro.com/experience/nitori-tourist-orchard) [ ![Otaru blue cave cruise 2569](https://d2d3p98dfsetz4.cloudfront.net/general/_640x480_crop_center-center_82_line/124187/otaru-blue-cave-cruise-2569.jpg) ](https://yukiroro.com/experience/otaru-blue-cave-cruise) ## [Otaru Blue Cave Cruise](https://yukiroro.com/experience/otaru-blue-cave-cruise) The Blue Cave Cruise in Otaru is a popular activity that lets you easily enjoy breathtaking views created by nature and the clear, sparkling sea. [ View Details ](https://yukiroro.com/experience/otaru-blue-cave-cruise) [ ![Otaru tengu yama 0043](https://d2d3p98dfsetz4.cloudfront.net/general/_640x426_crop_center-center_82_line/otaru-tengu-yama-0043.jpg) ](https://yukiroro.com/experience/otaru-tengu-yama) ## [Otaru Tengu Yama](https://yukiroro.com/experience/otaru-tengu-yama) At an elevation of 532 meters, Mt. Tengu, a symbolic mountain in Otaru, offers breathtaking views of the city and the Sea of Japan. [ View Details ](https://yukiroro.com/experience/otaru-tengu-yama) [ ![JF067](https://d2d3p98dfsetz4.cloudfront.net/general/_640x454_crop_center-center_82_line/JF067.jpg) ](https://yukiroro.com/experience/around-shakotan-peninsula) ## [Around Shakotan Peninsula](https://yukiroro.com/experience/around-shakotan-peninsula) Experience the glorious history of herring fishing, the rich natural scenery, and the seafood from the Sea of Japan while traveling around Shakotan Peninsula. [ View Details ](https://yukiroro.com/experience/around-shakotan-peninsula) [ ![Yoichi distillery](https://d2d3p98dfsetz4.cloudfront.net/general/_640x426_crop_center-center_82_line/yoichi-distillery.jpg) ](https://yukiroro.com/experience/yoichi-highlights) ## [Yoichi Highlights](https://yukiroro.com/experience/yoichi-highlights) Explore the delights of Yoichi, a town famous for its seafood, whiskey and wine! [ View Details ](https://yukiroro.com/experience/yoichi-highlights) [ ![Otaru JF043](https://d2d3p98dfsetz4.cloudfront.net/general/_640x454_crop_center-center_82_line/otaru-JF043.jpg) ](https://yukiroro.com/experience/deep-local-otaru) ## [Deep Local Otaru](https://yukiroro.com/experience/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. [ View Details ](https://yukiroro.com/experience/deep-local-otaru) [ ![Nikka whisky distillery](https://d2d3p98dfsetz4.cloudfront.net/general/_640x426_crop_center-center_82_line/nikka-whisky-distillery.jpg) ](https://yukiroro.com/experience/local-wineries-distilleries) ## [Local Wineries & Distilleries](https://yukiroro.com/experience/local-wineries-distilleries) This tour of local wineries and distilleries is an excursion simply not-to-be-missed during your stay at Yu Kiroro. 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