Otaru, a port city on Hokkaido (Japan’s northernmost island), lies northwest of Sapporo on Ishikari Bay. The city is known for glassworks, music boxes and sake distilleries. Nishin Goten, a former fish processing plant built in 1897, explores the industry`s key role in the city’s earlier years. Completed in 1923, the Otaru Canal is now lined with quite a variety of cafes and shops in converted old but stylish warehouses. Moreover, Otaru is chock full of things to see and do and plenty of places to gorge on some of Hokkaido’s finest food. Its beautifully preserved canal area and interesting herring mansions make Otaru a pleasant day trip from Sapporo or a nice stop en route to or from Niseko or the Shakotan Peninsula.
Discover Japan, main capital and the gorgeous northernmost island of Hokkaido with this holiday package, that combine a flight and Rail Pass for an unforgettable experience. Start, enjoying pleasant moments in Tokyo; after that, catch a flight to Sapporo (the capital of Hokkaido). From here, combine with a Rail Pass and visit amazing cities along Hokkaido Island; such as: Otaru (a small harbor city, about half an hour northwest of Sapporo, known for its old buildings from the late 19th and early 20th centuries); Noboribetsu (is Hokkaido's most famous hot spring resort, with many types of hot spring water surfaces in the spectacular Jigokudani or "Hell Valley" just above the resort town); and Hakodate (located at the island's southern tip, is best known for the spectacular views to be enjoyed from Mount Hakodate and its delicious, fresh seafood). This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
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