Otaru, a city where the canal winds through

This trip to Hokkaido was a spontaneous decision, and I brought my family along. Without prior planning, we decided to join a tour group. However, being part of a group meant restricted routes and limited free time, so the experience wasn't as enjoyable as it could have been!

Otaru is a port city, and many of its buildings date back to when it was a thriving hub for trade and commerce. The historic buildings along the canal, many of which are over a century old, have now been transformed into shops, cafes, and glassware studios. To be honest... it felt quite commercialized. We just strolled around casually and left shortly after.

Post by Chengchichi | Oct 4, 2025