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Otaru: Day & Night Walk in a Nostalgic Historic Port Town

By DeepExperience
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 552 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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  • 2h 30m
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Overview

Discover the romantic charm of Otaru, a historical gem in Hokkaido, through a guided walking tour that offers both daytime and nighttime experiences. Stroll along cobbled streets lined with architectural treasures, including the former Bank of Japan and the iconic Otaru Canal, where you can capture the city’s rich past. The evening tour reveals a quieter ambiance as you wander past softly lit buildings, creating a nostalgic atmosphere. Each tour includes insightful commentary from an English-speaking guide and admissions to key sites, allowing you to immerse yourself in Otaru’s cultural essence.

  • Explore Otaru's historical architecture during a guided walking tour
  • Daytime and nighttime options to experience the city’s charm
  • Includes visits to the Financial History Museum and Otaru Canal
  • Knowledgeable English-speaking guide for an enriching experience
Activity location
  • Otaru
    • Otaru, Hokkaido, Japan
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • 7-Eleven
    • 15 22
    • 047-0032, Otaru, Hokkaido, Japan

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Night Option (G-438)
  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
  • English

Night Option (G-438)

Language options: English
Price details
RM 551.72 x 1 AdultRM 551.72
Total
Price is RM 551.72
Until Fri, 19 Dec
Day Option (G-437)
  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
  • English

Day Option (G-437)

Language options: English
Price details
RM 683.08 x 1 AdultRM 683.08
Total
Price is RM 683.08
Until Fri, 19 Dec

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Guided walking tour
  • What's includedWhat's included
    English-speaking guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Personal food or drink expenses

Know before you book

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The two tour options differ in both the places visited and the duration.
  • The daytime tour lasts 2.5 hours, while the night tour lasts 1.5 hours.

Activity itinerary

Otaru
  • 20m
Otaru is a city built on commerce, and its buildings tell that story. From Meiji-era warehouses to Taisho-period merchant homes, the streets are filled with architectural treasures. Structures like the Old Isono Branch Warehouse and Former Oya Warehouse are more than relics—they are lasting symbols of a port town that once connected Japan to the world.
The Bank of Japan Otaru Museum
  • 1h 10m
  • Admission ticket included
Once the financial heartbeat of Hokkaido, this stately stone building symbolizes Otaru’s role as a banking center in the early 20th century. Today, it houses the Financial History Museum, where visitors can explore Japan’s economic transformation through interactive exhibits and preserved architectural details. Its neoclassical facade, marble floors, and high ceilings reflect the city’s former wealth and global connections.
Former Japanese National Railways, Temiya line
  • 20m
The Temiya Line is a disused railway that once linked Otaru to Hokkaido’s industrial and shipping networks. Now transformed into a peaceful walking path, it serves as a living reminder of the city’s role in early regional development. Lined with greenery and historical plaques, the route provides both a scenic stroll and a journey into the past.
Otaru Canal
  • 30m
Originally built for cargo transport, Otaru Canal has become the city’s most iconic sight. Stone warehouses now line its banks, repurposed as shops and restaurants, while antique-style gas lamps cast a romantic glow at night. Whether by day or under lights, the canal embodies Otaru’s blend of industrial heritage and nostalgic beauty.

Location

Activity location
  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    Otaru
    • Otaru, Hokkaido, Japan
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    7-Eleven
    • 15 22
    • 047-0032, Otaru, Hokkaido, Japan

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