Things to do in Otaru Hokkaido- Canal, Cheesecake & Sake In One Day!
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Otaru doesn't shout for attention. It just quietly charms you.
Just order the double formage. If you're a cheesecake fan, you will not be disappointed.
It was the best saki that I've ever had.
The ship docks really close to town. It was just a short walk to that canal area in the Sakamichi Street.
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Join us as we explore Otaru, Japan, a charming port city filled with history, sweets, and surprises! Our day begins at the iconic Otaru Canal, followed by a stop at the world‑famous LeTAO cheesecake shop. We stroll down Sakaimachi Dori Street, discover Otaru’s reputation as the City of Glass, and take in the whimsical Fairy Tale Intersection with its steam clock. We step inside the enchanting Otaru Music Box Shop, enjoy a hearty lunch of udon noodles and sausages, and finish with a fascinating tour of the Tanaka Sake Brewery, the last remaining sake brewery in Otaru. From history and architecture to cheesecake and sake, this episode blends culture, food, and fun into one unforgettable day. This episode is perfect for cruisers visiting Otaru or anyone curious about Japan’s lesser-known port gems LINK to Otaru City Map and Points of Interest: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1SxIn51RSRn6bddsOByBkvjTrLwbKjUdx/view?usp=drive_link 0:24 – Introduction 1:26 – Canal 1:45 – LeTAO 2:22 – Walk Sakaimachi Dori 4:23 – Tanaka Sake Brewery 6:20 – Wrap Industrial Music Box by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ This "otaru vlog" captures the charm of "otaru hokkaido", where a canal feels like Europe and streets are lined with shops. We also visit a "sake brewery" to see how "japanese sake" is made, proving it tastes even better at the source. Come walk with us and immerse in this unique "japan travel" experience. #GoTravelLife #Otaru #JapanCircle #JapanTravel #CruiseJapan #LeTAO #OtaruCanal #SakaimachiDori #OtaruJapan #TanakaSakeBrewery #PortDay #hokkaido