Otaru in Hokkaido is known as a popular sightseeing spot with a concentration of delicious gourmet foods. Major restaurants listed in guidebooks and other publications are good, but there are also “gourmet foods loved by locals” recommended by locals who…

*All information is as of the time of writing. Please be sure to check the latest information in advance by yourself. If you are going to travel to Hokkaido, you may want to visit both Sapporo and Otaru. In fact,…

Things To Do in Summer Otaru Otaru in Hokkaido in summer is a popular tourist spot as a summer retreat because the days are cooler and more comfortable than those in Honshu. July and August are especially busy, with hotels…

What kind of season is Otaru in June? June in Otaru is the season of pleasant days with early summer weather! It’s easy to spend the daytime in Otaru because of the low humidity. Many of you must be thinking…

What kind of season is Otaru in May? May in Otaru is the time of year when the cherry blossoms are in bloom and you can feel the full-blown spring. Especially in May, many tourists visit Otaru every year because…