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Top 2 day trips things to do in Otaru

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  1. Private Otaru Shore Excursion, Otaru1

    1. Private Otaru Shore Excursion

    · 4 hours

    Please note that even if you select “Tour Language: English(written),” the driver speaks Japanese only. Communication will be supported using a translation app, and English tour information will be provided in advance. Discover the charm of Otaru on this concise 4-hour tour designed for cruise passengers. Begin with a leisurely walk along the historic Otaru Canal and Sakaimachi Street, where the preserved warehouses and merchant shops showcase the city’s vibrant trading history. Enjoy a fresh seafood lunch at the bustling Sankaku Market, a must-visit for food lovers. Afterward, ascend Mt. Tengu via a scenic ropeway to take in breathtaking panoramic views of the city and coastline. The tour wraps up at the Shukutsu Panorama Observation Deck, offering stunning vistas of the sea and townscape before returning you to Otaru Port.

  2. Hokkaido Day Trip to Shakotan Peninsula from Sapporo, Otaru2

    2. Hokkaido Day Trip to Shakotan Peninsula from Sapporo

    4.0· 2 reviews· 8.5 hours

    Discover the dramatic beauty of Hokkaido’s Shakotan Peninsula on this scenic full-day tour from Sapporo. Visit the crystal-clear Shimamui Coast and stroll along the rugged cliffs of Cape Kamui, where panoramic views of the “Shakotan Blue” sea await. Savor a local culinary highlight—uni-don, a rice bowl topped with rich, fresh sea urchin. A seafood bowl alternative is available with advance notice. This group tour includes comfortable round-trip coach transport and is perfect for nature lovers and food enthusiasts alike.

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