Best of Otaru

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$219.99 / Adult (ages 13 and over)
$199.99 / Child (ages 12 and under)
Otaru (Sapporo), Japan
Moderate Activity Level
No Minimum Age
Meal Included
6.0 hours
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Shin-Nantaru Market: Discover the cultural treasures of Otaru on this guided tour, visiting the renowned Shin-Nantaru market, where you can immerse yourself in the local atmosphere and interact with the vibrant community before continuing your journey.

Sumiyoshi Shrine: Stop at the iconic Sumiyoshi Shrine, a revered Shinto shrine established in 1868.

Aoyama Villa: Witness the elegant Aoyama Villa, a beautifully preserved Herring Mansion from the 1920s, with its intricate lacquered floors and zelkova wood corridors resembling a miniature Japanese castle.

Tenguyama Ropeway: Indulge in a satisfying lunch before embarking on a scenic ride on the Otaru Tenguyama Ropeway, where a 30-person gondola whisks you from the mountaintop to the foot in just four minutes. Marvel at the breathtaking panoramic views of Otaru Port, Ishikari Bay, and on clear days, even Mt. Shokanbetsu and the Shakotan Peninsula.

Canal District: Explore the charming Canal District and enjoy one hour of free time to peruse upscale boutiques, dine at exquisite restaurants, and leisurely wander along the picturesque gaslight-lined promenade.

What’s Included:

  • Authentic Japanese Lunch.

Notes

Accessibility: This tour is not recommended for guests with walking difficulties.

Requirements & Restrictions: At Aoyama Villa, guests are required to remove their shoes upon entering. Please note that the villa is not accessible for guests using wheelchairs.

What to Bring: Wear comfortable, low-heeled walking shoes. Comfortable, flat walking shoes are recommended. Japanese Yen is required for additional purchases.

Good to Know: Japanese Yen is required for additional purchases. There is a walk of approximately 10 minutes to the parking area from Otaru canal and a further 10 minutes to the Sumiyoshi shrine, as well as around 100 steps to negotiate. There are some steps to negotiate at the Aoyama Villa and guests will be required to remove their shoes. The order of visits may vary. Tenguyama Ropeway will not operate in bad weather conditions. Due to congestion, the waiting time for the ropeway may be increased. Shin-Nantaru Market is closed on Wednesday so if the call day is Wednesday, you will visit Nantaru Market instead.