Otaru Unga, A Romantic Testament to History

5-7, Minato-machi, Otaru-shi, Hokkaido 047-0007, Japan
Otaru has many tourist attractions near the canal
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Introduction

The Otaru Canal and its surrounding warehouses are a landmark attraction in Hokkaido, Japan. It started operating in 1923 and was once a thriving symbol of the "Northern Wall Street". Over time, it lost its vitality and faced the danger of being filled in. In 1986, with the construction of roads along the canal, pedestrian streets and gas lamps in European retro style were installed, making it a popular tourist spot in Hokkaido. The Otaru Canal has become a symbol of romance and love. The main attraction of the canal is located near the Asakusa Bridge, which is a great spot for taking beautiful photos of the Otaru Canal.

Must-go rating

Worth going
100%

Transportation

100%
Self-driving
Address
5-7, Minato-machi, Otaru-shi, Hokkaido 047-0007, Japan
Opening hours
All day.
Transportation
From Otaru Station, walk straight along the central avenue in front of the station for 8 minutes to reach the Otaru Canal tourist area.