[2025 Otaru Attraction] Travel Guide for Otaru Aquarium (Updated Jun)

If you go to Hokkaido, you can't miss Otaru [SnowFlake] The weather was bad in the morning, and Mount Hakodate was on our itinerary, so we decisively gave up Mount Tengu and chose the aquarium instead. [Star] Itinerary: Funamizaka-Shukutsu Observatory & Aquarium-Canalside Shopping We stayed in Otaru, so we walked from the hotel to Funamizaka Funamizaka. Just after exiting Otaru Station, turn left, pass the Sanjiao Market, turn left and climb a little uphill to arrive. Let's check in and take a photo p3. You can also take photos of the railway on the bridge, but unfortunately there are iron railings. After taking the photos, walk back to Otaru Station and take bus No. 11. The last stop is the aquarium, Otaru Aquarium. The ticket price is 250 yen. After getting off the bus, go to the Shukujin Observatory first, and then climb uphill towards the Ferris wheel. It takes several hundred meters and is quite fast to climb P1&2&4. After taking pictures, there is a staircase opposite the Ferris wheel. Climb up to the aquarium. Buy tickets on site, 1,300 yen per person. The main thing is to watch the little penguin and dolphin performances. We watched the little penguin show at 12:40. The little penguins will take two laps. There is no need to go early in advance to wait. We arrived 2 or 3 minutes early. After watching the little penguins, you can watch the dolphin show at 13:00, and then you can take the bus back. The bus returns to the second-to-last stop, and then walk to the Otaru Canal. You can stroll and take photos, such as Snoopy/Kitty/Miffy. Many stores in Otaru close at 18:00 or 19:00, so pay attention to your time. Basically after 19:00 at night, there are no people on the street [Facepalm] There is really no nightlife at all [Facepalm]

#Travel itinerary Otaru, a must-visit on your Sapporo trip! I went there last summer and visited again in winter!! Otaru, where I realized why people say winter is the real deal! It was snowing and it was really pretty!! And this time, I enjoyed it for 2 days and 1 night 🏷️ Recommended day trip itinerary - Get off at Otaru Station > Triangle Market > Minami Otaru Train > Sakaimachi Street (Merchen Intersection_Orgel Doh, Dessert, Kitaichi Hall, etc.) > Otaru Canal (Night View) - Otaru Station Or - Get off at Minami Otaru Station > Train > Sakaimachi Street > Otaru Canal 🏷️ What if you visit for 2 days and 1 night? -Otaru Aquarium -Tenguyama Observatory -Sumiyoshi Shrine -Old Temiya Line Railway -Love Letter Hill #Otaru #Otaru Travel #Sapporo Suburb Travel #Hokkaido Travel #Japan Travel

Hokkaido’s winter is so beautiful! Southerners have a longing for snow, and they really wish they could spend the whole winter in Hokkaido! In late December of previous years, the snow in Hokkaido arrived as promised, like a paradise for powder snow. With the Ice and Snow Festival, the dazzling night view🌃, and the warm yellow lights shining on the snow-covered streets, Hokkaido in winter is like a love letter💌. 🏨In terms of accommodation, you need to book in advance, because winter is the peak season and the hotel 💴 is on the higher side. A friend from the hotel recommended staying near Odori Station. Sapporo's three subway lines all pass there, so it's very convenient for subsequent trips. 🚇 Use Google Maps to find detailed transportation guides for the subway. Station exits, departure times, and trains are all marked. It is recommended to prepare transfer information. 🚗In terms of itinerary, if you are visiting Otaru and Sapporo, it is very convenient to take JR or subway; if you want to go to Asahikawa Zoo, Biei Aoike, Furano and other places, it is recommended to charter a car. Although JR can get there, the round trip is more time-consuming, and the shuttle bus time is fixed . ⛷️In terms of skiing, Sapporo Ski Resort has a unique forest slide, where you can ski and soak in hot springs, and the transportation is very convenient. The scenery of Furano Ski Resort is also very beautiful. The Niseko Ski Resort is now open and is suitable for experienced skiers and families. The resort facilities are relatively complete, but the price is high. 👔In terms of clothing, hats, scarves🧣, fleece thermal clothes and heating socks should be prepared. The cold of minus ten degrees is really biting, and there is heating indoors. 🥾In terms of shoes, snow shoes should be waterproof, non-slip and warm. You can buy anti-slip mats at FamilyMart and Lawson supermarkets in Sapporo. 💰As for expenses, if you want to live well and have fun in Hokkaido, you have to be prepared to spend. Especially hotels in Niseko are not cheap, and public transportation is not very convenient. 💕Suggested itinerary: Day1: Domestic - Sapporo. Day2: Sapporo - Otaru - Tengu Mountain Cable Car - Otaru Aquarium or Otaru's Dream Blue Light Festival. Day3: Otaru - Enjoy a full day at the powder snow paradise and Niseko Ski Park. Day4: Ski Resort - Hakodate: Kanamori Warehouse - Goryokaku Park - Tropical Botanical Garden - Mount Hakodate. Day5: Hakodate - Hakodate Market - Noboribetsu Hell Valley - Noboribetsu Date Jidai Village. Day6: Return to China 👉👉Tips: During the peak winter season, 💴 will be more expensive. It is recommended that you get a few friends to travel together and rent a car, which is more cost-effective!

Before, I didn't have a chance to explore Otaru properly, so this time I specifically went to the aquarium for the Ferris wheel. The shooting location of this Ferris wheel is in the parking lot of the Otaru Aquarium. After taking photos, you can go to the aquarium for a visit. There are cute little penguins 🐧 swaying around, which is very interesting.

As we entered October and the autumn drive was a pleasant season, we went to Otaru Aquarium. The aquarium inside the building had tropical fish, various sea fish, and river fish! Children stopped in front of the large aquarium to look at them. Adults could also see the fish with all kinds of expressions, and we could look at them for a long time. #autumntrip #hokkaidotrip #hokkaidotourism #aquarium

13/2/68 Sapporo boarding time 12.20 Arrive Sapporo - 14.00 Check in to accommodation, rest, change clothes appropriately, find dinner to eat because it gets dark very early here, it's already dark at 4 pm. After dinner, we walked in the snow, took pictures around Susukino. Before going to accommodation, we secretly stopped by Super 2nd Street to buy more windbreakers because the ones we brought were really too cold for the -5 degree weather 😅 14/2/68 Travel to one of the most popular tourist attractions in Hokkaido, Otaru 1 day trip 1. Otaru fish market Walk to find delicious seafood next to Otaru station 2. Otaru canal Otaru canal on a day when the snow falls, very romantic. Around the canal, there are many places to take pictures. At the beginning of the canal, there are a lot of tourists because it's where tour groups come down. If you walk up a little bit, there will be fewer people. There is plenty of time to take beautiful pictures. 3. Kitakaro Main Shop Otaru, a famous dessert shop. The dessert is very delicious. After taking pictures at Otaru Canal, don't forget to stop by and eat. 4. Otaru Aquarium, go see the penguin parade 3 times a day at 10.30, 12.30, 14.30, but we didn't make it in time for the show 😭 Date 15/2/68 Sapporo Sign Seeing Day 1. Nijo Fish Market, a lot of fresh seafood to choose from, but we didn't take pictures for this meal, lol 2. Sapporo TV Tower, another check-in point in Sapporo. You can go up and see the view from above. But we stopped to take pictures around the area instead. 3. The next check-in point is the Sapporo clock tower. 4. Luckily, today the snow started to melt, the sky started to open up, and the streets in Sapporo were easier to walk on, and not slippery. Even though the sun was shining like this, the temperature was 2 degrees Celsius, so it was very cold. 5. After trying the eclair at Kitakaro in Otaru and being impressed, it was the most delicious eclair I've ever had. Today, I decided to stop by Sapporo to eat it. Anyone who wants to come must wait in line. The shop opens at 11:00, only accepting 4-5 tables per round. 6. The next check-in point is the former government office, another landmark of Sapporo. If anyone comes, don't forget to stop by and take pictures. The beautiful old building, combined with the snow, makes for beautiful pictures. The renovation is almost complete. 7. After having lunch, we went back to our accommodation to rest and recharge our energy from the morning. Waiting for the sunset view at Mount Moiwa ropeway and observation desk On 16/2/2568, starting and ending at Susukino, this morning we stopped for coffee at McDonald's 1. Hill of Buddha, travel by subway Sapporo mainline for about 30 minutes and then take a bus for another 30 minutes, we will arrive at Hill of Buddha. On the way here, the view on both sides is very beautiful. There are many places to take pictures, both Stonehenge and the dome of the Buddha statue in meditation posture, which has no roof on top. The snow falling on the Buddha statue is very beautiful. Not to mention the natural view covered with white snow as far as the eye can see. Anyone who visits Sapporo during this time should not miss it. We spent almost half a day here. 2. In the afternoon after lunch, we thought about going to the Ice Festival at Lake Shikotsu, which is held only once a year. Because the journey is quite far... But we went..😅 We traveled from Sapporo JR sta. to Chitose JR sta. to take a bus, but the bus was full, so we didn't stop at this stop. Luckily, we met 2 more Thai people who were going to the same place. So we split the taxi fare for a round trip, which was 7,000 yen, but it was worth it to see the ice sculptures for the first time. So exciting! 🤩 3. The view of Lake Shikotsu is absolutely stunning!

There are so many exciting shows that you will never get boredʘʘ 📍3-303 Shukutsu, Otaru, Hokkaido ✾Opening hours 9:00-17:00 ✾Price Adults ¥1800 Elementary and middle school students ¥700 Infants ¥350 It's in front of the sea so the view is great, and it's spacious and well worth seeing, so I was very satisfied💯 Absolutely recommended for traveling with children👌ˊ˗ The kids were fascinated by Uchio the walrusʘʘ He purposely took out the food in his mouth to show us, maybe he was babysitting us? It was a moment when I got a glimpse of my fatherhood 🥹⟡.· #OtaruAquarium #aquarium #otarutrip #aquarium #otaruaquarium #walrus #hokkaidotrip #otarusightseeing #hokkaido #hokkaidotrip #domestictravel #sightseeing

[Otaru Aquarium] ⭐️Address: 3-303 Shukutsu, Otaru, Hokkaido 047-0047 ⭐️Access: 30 minutes by bus from Otaru Station ⭐️Opening hours: 9:00-17:00 ⭐️Budget per person: 1,800 yen If you bring a discount coupon from the hotel, it will be 200 yen cheaper than 1,800 yen! ⭐️Recommended points: There are many shows with seals, sea lions, dolphins, walruses, penguins, etc., so there are plenty of things to see✨ The sea lions, walruses, seals, and penguins are outdoors, so it was quite cold and I almost froze,, But the shows are really amazing👍 #Hokkaido #HokkaidoTrip #HokkaidoTourism #Otaru #OtaruTourism #OtaruTrip #OtaruAquarium #OtaruAquarium #Aquarium #TravelGirlYuka #DomesticTravelStrategy

“We laughed like kids again at Otaru Aquarium — feeding penguins, joining animal shows, and even getting splashed by a cheeky sea lion! It was a day full of play, wonder, and love, where the joy of being together felt just as magical as the animals around us. Another unforgettable chapter in our journey.” #otaru

Place: Otaru Aquarium, Otaru, Hokkaido, Japan 🗺️Map link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Cd3rm7Kq17P3SkeF7?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy 🚂Transportation: Take bus number 11 from the bus terminal outside Otaru Station ⏰Opening hours: 9:00-17:00 daily 💬Introduction: When I first started looking for attractions in Otaru, I felt like there was nothing else to do besides the Otaru Canal. Then I saw the Otaru Aquarium. Actually, I hadn’t originally wanted to come because I had been to aquariums before in Okinawa and Taiwan, and I felt that since I was already in Hokkaido, I didn’t need to go to an aquarium specifically. But as I looked up more information, I found out that the Otaru Aquarium actually has a penguin walk event! ! My boyfriend and I don't know how to drive, and we don't really want to join a tour group, so we couldn't go to Asahiyama Zoo to watch the penguin walk. When we found out that there was a penguin walk at Otaru Aquarium, we decided to go haha ​​😝😝 In addition to the penguin walk, there is also a dolphin show that we can enjoy together There is also a very distinctive yellow Ferris wheel outside the Otaru Aquarium, which is very suitable for photography. We also found a photographer here to help us take couple photos, which are really beautiful! Pairing it with a blue outfit really creates a great atmosphere, and once you enter the aquarium you will still be amazed by the underwater creatures, such big fish! What a special species! In fact, the aquarium is more interesting than you think! In addition, I think the cafeteria here is also great, the price is not expensive and the food is delicious! I ordered the curry pork chop which was awesome 🥹🥹 You need to reserve a spot in advance for the penguin walk. The penguins will walk around in a full circle and you can basically see them clearly as long as you stand in the first row. The way the penguins walk is really cute and adorable! You must come and see it once. I couldn't help but take a lot of beautiful videos and put them on the channel to share with everyone. The dolphin show was also great. At the end, the dolphins jumped directly onto the stage to greet everyone. It was really amazing! ! We sat in the first row, very close to the dolphins. ✨Features: Penguin walks, dolphin shows 💰Average consumption: Tickets: 1,300 yen There are restaurants with menus costing around 1,200 yen. 📝Rating: 🌕🌕🌕🌕🌖 You can check out my YT videos There are other travel videos 🤍🤍 📺Lin Family Girl - Travel Photography #Hokkaido #Must-visit in Hokkaido #Hokkaido sightseeing #Otaru #Otaro #OtaruAquarium

A winter trip to Hokkaido has always been on my travel bucket list, and I finally made it happen this year! The main purposes of this trip were skiing + hot springs + penguin watching. [Sapporo] ➡️Recommended attractions: 1. Odori Park 2. Sapporo Clock Tower 3. Tanukikoji Shopping Street 4. Shiroi Koibito Park: 800 yen to visit the museum ➡️Shopping malls: 1. Near JR Sapporo Station: Daimaru, Stellar Place, Tokyu Department Store 2. Near Odori Park: Mitsukoshi, Parco, Marui Imai ➡️Food: 1. Sumibiyakiniku Shintan: Yakiniku restaurant, reservations required. 2. Kaitenzushi Triton (Kita 8 Jo Kosei Branch): Conveyor belt sushi restaurant, only on-site queuing available, long wait times. 3. Sumibi Izakaya: Random find, tastes pretty good, across the street from JR Sapporo Station North Exit. 4. Yamaen-ya Ramen: Self-service ordering ➡️Hotels: 1. Sapporo Keihan Ex Hotel: 5-minute walk from JR Sapporo Station North Exit, convenience store downstairs. 2. Sapporo Emmsia Hotel: 15 minutes from JR Sapporo Station, 7-Eleven downstairs, hotel has hot springs. [Otaru] ➡️Recommended attractions: 1. Otaru Canal 2. Otaru Shopping Street: Hello Kitty, Snoopy, Music Box Museum 3. Otaru Aquarium: Penguin walks and dolphin shows 4. Mount Tengu: Remember to check the official website for operating hours before going. 5. Funamizaka: This view is really average ➡️Food: 1. Sankaku Market: Takeda Fresh Fish Shop, Eien Hanten Shokudo, it's quite small inside, with only a few seafood shops. 2. Masazushi (Main Branch): Made reservations for omakase in advance 3. LeTAO (Desserts) 4. Uniya: Signature dish is sea urchin rice bowl 5. Kaisen Shokudo Sawazaki Suisan (Branch 3) 6. Menya Unga ➡️Hotels: Grand Park Otaru: The hotel is opposite JR Otaru Station, and there is a Don Quijote nearby. The hotel also has hot springs. [Lake Toya] ➡️Food: 1. Soup Curry mog mog Hot Flavor 2. Menya Arashi 3. Seven-Eleven with the black label ➡️Hotels: The Windsor Hotel Toya Resort & Spa [Noboribetsu] ➡️Recommended attractions: 1. Noboribetsu Bear Park: Free shuttle bus from Dai-ichi Takimotokan Hotel, tickets are cheaper at the Noboribetsu Tourist Information Center than buying them on-site. Features include the dried fish cable car and bear performances. 2. Jigokudani (Hell Valley) ➡️Food: 1. Noboribetsu Onsen Market 2. Sugiyōhōen: Honeycomb ice cream 3. Ramen Tenho 4. Rakunoukan: Milk, pudding ➡️Hotels: Dai-ichi Takimotokan

🗺️【Route】 Day 1: New Chitose - Asahikawa Day 2: Asahiyama Zoo Day 3: Shirokane Aoike Pond, Shirahige Falls, Biei Shrine Day 4: Otaru Aquarium, Sumiyoshi Shrine Day 5: Hokkaido Shrine, Hokkaido Kaitaku Mura Day 6: National Takino Suzuran Park, Takino Reien Day 7: Sapporo - New Chitose 🥘【Must-eat gourmet food】 1. Genghis Khan Daikokuya Asahikawa Genghis Khan Daikokuya Asahikawa 5-chome Branch (Main Branch) 2. RAZAN Charcoal Grilled Yakiniku Susukino Branch 🏠【Recommended accommodation】 1. Vessel Inn Sapporo Nakajima Park Liquor Store 2. Hotel WBF Grande Asahikawa Hotel WBF Grande Asahikawa

A must-visit spot in winter 📍Otaru, Hokkaido It takes about 40 minutes by train from Sapporo Station to Otaru Station! You can get there by JR, so you won't have any trouble getting there🍀 It takes about 20 minutes by bus from Otaru Station to Otaru Aquarium This is also an easy spot to get to, as the last stop is Otaru Aquarium, so there are no transfers🚎 Why go all the way to Hokkaido in the snow in winter? And to Otaru? You're probably wondering! If you like penguins, you should go‼️🐧🐧🐧 You can actually see the penguins walking on this fluffy snowy road🐾𓏸𓈒(ง ˙˘˙ )ว They walk at set times like a show, so check their website✔

🌴Introduction of recommended places Traveling Japan in winter! If you come to Sapporo, Hokkaido, Otaru Aquarium is a must-visit! 🗺️Travel Guide Otaru Aquarium located in Otaru!! There are many things to see, but 1. Dolphin Show 2. Penguin Walk Two representative things to see!! Watch the dolphin show that starts first in the morning and then go to the penguin walk right after 📷Photo Spot Dolphin Show - View where you can see the entire middle or upper part! Penguin Walk - Start at the departure entrance! In the middle, in the center! At the end, the exit entrance! 🍜Recommended Restaurants Since the tour starts early in the morning, we have breakfast at the hotel or grilled fish at Aotsuka Restaurant right next door! 🎫Tickets Recommend making a reservation in advance on Trip.com and scanning the QR code to enter!!! 🚗Transportation Public transportation (bus) is right in front of the aquarium! We used a rental car, and the parking lot was spacious and free! 🕝Business hours 10:00 AM ~ 4:00 PM (Highly recommended to go in the morning!!) 🏷️Travel tips You will see the dolphin show first, so sit near the entrance/exit and watch it. After it's over, go out and grab a spot for the penguin walk!! The best spot for the penguin walk is at the end of the walk, where a staff member will be holding the line. When the penguins come, they will draw a line to prevent people from coming. If you go over there before the line is drawn and see the penguins, you can take a solo photo!!!

Riding on the 🚄Sea Snow Country Train is like a mysterious adventure game. Checking in at beautiful scenic spots along the way is like opening a blind box of a game, which is fun and surprising. Chaoli station sign: Hurry, there is only half an hour for taking photos, the next train will arrive on time. Penguin Walk🐧: A special project of Otaru Aquarium, the penguins will stroll for 2 laps under the guidance of the keepers. They will take photos at fixed points in the second lap. They are so cute that you will scream. Snowstorm at the seaside❄️: For people from the south, it is the first time to encounter a snowstorm in life. Although the wind is very strong, it also has its own unique charm. Colorful Ferris Wheel🎡: The giant yellow Ferris wheel goes perfectly with the blue sea. Hokkaido is such a romantic city! Hokkaido travel #小樽朝里 #Sapporo #Sea Train #Snow Country Train Music Box #Hokkaido Travel Guide #Photo Poses #Hokkaido Photo #小樽情书 #firstlove初恋 #Hokkaido小樽

🌴 Attractions Overview:A nice attraction to go if you bringing your kids there. 📷 Photo Spots:The cute penguin and the dolphin show is a must!!!! 🎫 Tickets:$12 for adult 🚗 Transportation: I took a direct bus from the Otaru bus station.It takes about 20min to reach the aquarium. If I’m not wrong it cost around ¥240 for the bus ticket. 🕝 Opening Hours:1000-1600(during winter time) 🏷️ Tips : Just remember to take note of the showing time of penguin and dolphin.There is only 3 shows a day☺️☺️ #travel #familytravel #sapporo #otaru #chitose #thingstodo #thingstodo #japan

👩‍❤️‍👩Otaru Otaru Hokkaido's winter hides pure romance, and Otaru Shukutsu Panorama Observation Deck is the perfect place to take pictures of this romance. Don't miss it when you come to Otaru! 📍The transportation is very convenient: get off at JR Otaru Station, take bus Line 11, get off at Otaru Aquarium, and walk slowly for 10-15 minutes to arrive. It is more worry-free to drive by yourself. You can drive directly to the observatory and easily start this romantic journey [Grin]. [StarEyes] There are hidden surprises here. The Shukutsu Observatory is very close to the Otaru Aquarium. After enjoying the snow, you can go to see the cute marine life [Cute]. The dreamy Ferris wheel nearby is intertwined with the snow scene, and any photo you take is very photogenic [Love]. [Yeah] When you get to the observatory, it feels like you’ve walked into a fairytale snow country. Large snowflakes fluttered down, gently covering Otaru Port with a silver coat. The ships are quietly docked, with masts looming in the snow. The mountains in the distance are also covered with snow, which contrasts with the snowy scenery of the harbor in front of us. Any glance is a beautiful winter picture [Congratulate]. 🌆The cold sea breeze is howling and the snow is flying all over the sky. Looking down at the mountain, the sea water is surging against the rocks; the steep cliffs beside add a bit of danger; the fireworks and world in the distance add a warm atmosphere to the snowy scene. The beauty of Otaru is displayed before your eyes without reservation, and every glance will be deeply imprinted in your heart. 📸If you want to take photos, the fence next to the observation deck is a great spot. Leaning against the fence, with the snowy Otaru Port as the background, strike a pose casually, and capture the atmospheric snow scene with ease. Dominating the circle of friends is not a problem. The winter snow scene at the Otaru Shukutsu Observatory is a gentle poem that heals everything. Come here for a date with the snow, it will definitely become the most unforgettable white moonlight in your travel memory.

Otaru, the snowy town in the movie "Love Letter," is like a dream filled with winter romance. This snow-covered town became famous after the release of the movie "Love Letter" by director Shunji Iwai, and has become a place where countless people express their love and longing. Romantic memories of Otaru 💌 🎬 Filming locations of the movie "Love Letter" • Otaru Canal: In the movie, the youthful memories of the male protagonist Fujii Itsuki and the female protagonist are intertwined with the street scenes of Otaru, especially the elegant background of the Otaru Canal, which has become a classic scene. In winter, the canal is adorned with snowflakes and the flickering light of kerosene lamps, as if entering a long corridor of time. Winter wonders of Otaru ❄️ • Otaru Canal in the snow In winter, the Otaru Canal is covered with snow, and the red brick warehouses and stone bridges on both sides reflect the tranquil water surface. At night, kerosene lanterns are lit, creating a breathtaking beauty. • The artistic brilliance of the glass capital Otaru is a famous glass craft capital in Japan. In winter, glass products refract dreamy colors under the lights, especially the glass museum and music box hall, which exude a fairy-tale warmth. • Otaru Snow Light Path Every winter, the Otaru Snow Light Path Festival is held, where countless snow lanterns are lit along the canal and old railway line, creating a romantic fantasy world. • Otaru Aquarium A very popular aquarium among tourists, located by the sea, offering beautiful sea views. It is also famous for its large tanks, where you can admire huge schools of fish and diverse marine scenes. A taste journey in Otaru 🍴 • Desserts and coffee Otaru is famous for its desserts, especially LeTAO's double-layer cheesecake, which melts in your mouth and brings a gentle sweetness. • Fresh seafood Sushi and sashimi from Otaru Port are fresh and delicious. Winter crabs and salmon are seasonal delicacies not to be missed. Visiting Otaru is like stepping into a love letter. Whether strolling along the canal or reminiscing about "Love Letter" in the snow, this snowy town in the north can help you find your own romantic story.

2 nights, 3 days Hokkaido trip (Otaru, Sapporo) Spot summary 📝﹏﹏﹏﹏﹏﹏﹏ Spot details ①📍Otaru Art Village Stained Glass Museum 🏷️ 1-2-17 Ironai, Otaru, Hokkaido 047-0031 🕛10:00-17:00 🗓Closed on Wednesdays 💰Adults 1,200 yen / Students (university and vocational school students) 1,000 yen / High school students 700 yen / Junior high school students 500 yen / 300 yen 📝　You can get a discount by purchasing a combined ticket that can enter all four facilities in the art village! ②📍Kitaichi Glass Kitaichi Hall 🏷️7-26 Sakaimachi, Otaru, Hokkaido 047-0027 🕛9:00-17:30 🗓No closing days 💰Kitaichi Special Milk Tea Soft Serve 580 yen, Kitaichi Special Royal Milk Tea 680 yen 📝Note It's always crowded and you can't make reservations, so you'll be seated in the order you line up, but the turnover is good so you'll be seated surprisingly quickly. ③📍Otaru Canal 🏷️Minatocho, Otaru, Hokkaido 047-0007 ④📍Mount Moiwa Summit Observatory 🏷️1 Moiwayama, Minami-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido 005-0041 Moiwa Summit Station 🕛 [Mount Moiwa Ropeway ~ Base Station - Mid-Slope Station ~] Summer (April-November) 10:30-22:00 Last uphill 21:30 Winter (December-March) 11:00-22:00 Last uphill 21:30 [Mini Cable Car ~ Mid-Slope Station - Summit Station] Summer (April-November) 10:30-21:50 Last uphill 21:40 Winter (December-March) 11:10-21:50 Last uphill fare is 21:40 🗓No fixed closing days (closed on 12/31) 💰Ropeway and cable car set fare [Round trip] 2,100 yen for adults, 1,050 yen for children [One way] 1,050 yen for adults, 530 yen for children 📝To get to the summit observation deck, first take the ropeway from the base station to the middle station, then transfer to the mini cable car and go up from the middle station to the summit station. ⑤📍Otaru Aquarium 🏷️3-303 Shukutsu, Otaru, Hokkaido 047-0047 🕛10:00-16:00 (last entry 15:30) *Winter business hours 🗓2024/12/25 to 2025/2/24 🗓No fixed holidays 💰Adults 1,300 yen (high school students and above) (winter) → 1,800 yen Children (elementary and junior high school students) 500 yen (winter) → 700 yen Infants (3 years and above) 300 yen (winter) → 350 yen 📝Parking is free during winter hours. Please note that parking fees, admission fees, and entry times are different between regular and winter hours. ⑥📍ROYCE CACAO & CHOCOLATE TOWN 🏷️640-15 Bitoe, Tobetsu-cho, Ishikari-gun, Hokkaido 061-3775 🕛10:00-17:00 (last entry 15:00) *Factory tour times. Reservations are required for factory tours. 　 9:00-18:00 (subject to change) *1st floor shop hours. 🗓️No fixed holidays 💰Adults 1,200 yen (high school students and above) 　Children (4 years old to elementary and junior high school students) 500 yen 　Toddlers (3 years old and under) Free 📝Parking is free. You can enter the shop for free even if you don't take a tour of the factory. Personally, I recommend taking a tour of the factory! ! Inside, there are many spacious and enjoyable spaces. ⑦📍Shiroi Koibito Park 🏷️11-36 Miyanosawa 2-jo 2-chome, Nishi-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido 063-0052 🕛10:00-19:00 (Last admission for paid area 16:30 → Paid area closes 17:30) No fixed holidays 💡Illumination period 2024.11.15-2025.3.31 16:00-19:00 💰[Paid area] Adults 800 yen (high school students and above) Children 400 yen (4 years old to junior high school students) Children 3 years old and under Free 📝You can enter the illumination area and shops for free. Personally, I think you should also visit the paid area if you're going to the event! ! Inside, there were many spacious and enjoyable spaces. ⑧📍Sapporo TV Tower 🏷️1-chome, Odori Nishi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido 060-0042 🕛9:00-22:00 (last admission 21:50) 💰【Observatory admission fee】 Adults 1,000 yen (high school students and above) Children 500 yen (elementary and junior high school students) 💡Illumination time: Sunset to midnight ⑨📍Northern Horse Park 🏷️059-1361 114-7 Misawa, Tomakomai, Hokkaido 🕛4/15-11/5 9:00-17:00 11/6-4/9 10:00-16:00 4/10-4/14 Closed 💰[4/15-11/5] Adults 1,200 yen (junior high school students and above) 1,200 yen Children (elementary school students) 600 yen Under elementary school students Free [11/6-4/9] Adults (junior high school students and above) 700 yen Children (elementary school students) 300 yen Under elementary school students Free 📝The winter-only restaurant, Restaurant Diado Buena Vista, serves food that looks, tastes, and is delicious. Please stop by. ⑩📍Kinotoya, New Chitose Airport 🏷️ ​​2nd floor, New Chitose Airport Terminal Building, 987-22, Mimi, Chitose, Hokkaido 066-0012 🕛9:00-20:00 💰Superb milk soft serve, 450 yen 📝　You have to queue up. It's one of the top stores at New Chitose Airport. We queued up for about 40 minutes just to buy a soft serve. The turnover rate is low, so you have to wait longer to get one than if you were to buy a regular ice cream. Of course, it tastes good, but it was a bit tough to queue up for one soft serve at the airport. #Hokkaido #familytrip #Sapporo #wintertrip #trip #Otaru #recommendedfordates #tripwithkids #outingwithkids #Hokkaidotrip #domestictravelrecord

🧳Preparation before departure: 📝Note tips: - Visa: Make sure your passport is valid for at least 6 months and apply for your visa at least one month in advance. - Cash [Purse]: Prepare an appropriate amount of Japanese yen cash, and confirm the applicability of credit cards in Japan. - Clothing [Bounet]: In addition to down jackets, sweaters, and thermal underwear, you also need to prepare gloves, hats, scarves, windproof masks, and waterproof snow boots. - Other items [Trunk]: Bring sunscreen (sunlight reflection is strong in winter), thermos cup, baby warmer, travel pillow, conversion plug, etc. 🚉Transportation guide: - New Chitose Airport to Sapporo: You can choose JR rapid train or bus, which takes about 40 minutes to 1 hour. - JR Rail Pass: Choose the Hokkaido Rail Pass (JR Hokkaido Rail Pass) according to your itinerary. There are 3 days, 5 days, and 7 days to choose from. - [Taxi] Charter service: Book in advance to confirm the car model, number of seats, itinerary and price. 🛏【️Hotel Guide】 - Sapporo: We recommend Sapporo Prince Hotel or Sapporo Keio Plaza Hotel, which are close to Sapporo Station and are convenient for travel. - Otaru: Recommend the Otaru Canal La Vista Hotel, which is within walking distance of the canal. - Asahikawa: Recommended JR Hotel Asahikawa, close to Asahiyama Zoo. - Lake Toya: Recommend Lake Toya Manseikaku Hotel with lake view. - Hakodate: Recommend the Best Western Hotel Hakodate, close to the Hakodate Mountain Cable Car. Hokkaido 8 days and 7 nights customized itinerary [Airplane]: D1[Airplane]: Pick up in Sapporo, check into Sapporo hotel, try Sapporo Ramen Yokocho to taste local food in the evening, overnight: Sapporo. D2: Depart from Sapporo to Biei Aoike, visit a Christmas tree farm on the way, visit Shirasuda Falls in the afternoon, and experience the Forest Elf Terrace in the evening. Overnight: Sapporo. D3: Visit Shiroi Koibito Factory and experience making biscuits. In the afternoon, go to Otaru Aquarium to see penguins. Then visit Funamizaka, Music Box Museum, and Otaru Canal. In the evening, take the Tengu Mountain Cable Car to enjoy the night view. Overnight: Sapporo. D4: Go to Bear Ranch and have close contact with bears. In the afternoon, visit Noboribetsu Hell Valley and experience Noboribetsu Hot Spring Street. Overnight: Noboribetsu. D5: Depart from Noboribetsu to Lake Toya Observation Deck, visit Hachimanzaka, and enjoy the night view of Mount Hakodate at night. Overnight: Hakodate. D6: Visit Hakodate Market in the morning, taste fresh seafood, then visit Motomachi Historical District, return to Sapporo city in the afternoon, stay in Sapporo. D7: Sapporo citywalk, experience Odori Park, Tanukikoji shopping street, taste Hokkaido specialties, free time in the evening, overnight in Sapporo. D8: According to the flight time, depart from Sapporo to New Chitose Airport in advance and prepare for the return trip. The main thing is to make appropriate adjustments according to your own personal preferences and actual situation. Then I wish you a happy trip to Hokkaido!

Otaru Tengu Mountain is not only the most beautiful at night, but also a guide to skip-the-line viewing || A guide to Mount Tengu in a day trip from Otaru Continuing from the previous article, guide to Otaru Aquarium and Shutsu Observation Deck After we watched the show at Otaru Aquarium, climbed to the observatory, and had lunch, the time came to about one o'clock. At this time, the winter sun in Hokkaido had begun to set. The slanted sunlight cut out mottled shadows. My intuition told me that the sun was shining brightly. In the evening, the top of Mount Tengu should be beautiful, so we headed straight for Mount Tengu. 🚗Transportation: If the time is right and there are not many people, you can take Line 11 at 13:10 back to Chuo-dori Station, transfer to Line 9, and arrive at the foot of Tengu Mountain at about 14:00; if you happen to miss the bus or there are too many people to get on it, then it is recommended Take a taxi directly, 🚌it leaves every half an hour. It’s not good to wait in the cold wind for half an hour. Aquarium ➡️Tengu Mountain ¥3,700 can be reached in 20 minutes. After arriving at Tengu Mountain, it was still early in the night, and there were not many people going up the mountain. After buying the tickets, we waited for a round before going up the mountain. The cable car in Tengu Mountain only has two cars. One goes up and one comes down. One car can be crowded For a dozen people, the waiting time for a car is about 4-5 minutes. When queuing, you can estimate the queuing time based on the number of people in the queue. When we arrived at the top of the mountain, it happened to be partially snowing on the top of the mountain. The Tengu Shrine and the woods in the snow were perfect for taking pictures. At this time, it was about half past two, and the sun began to set in the west. The warm winter sun passed through the gaps in the clouds and shone on the mountains southwest of Otaru, casting sharp shadows in the city and cutting the city into the shape of mountain peaks (picture 1-9), the perfect integration of urban landscape and natural scenery will never lose to the night scene. The best light time is about 14:55-15:25. Beautiful light is always short-lived. When the sun sets behind the mountains, there is no sunshine in the city. The shooting date is December 30, and the sunset time is December 16. :10 points, you can make a specific estimate based on the sunset time that day. We queued up to take the cable car down the mountain at 15:30 to avoid the peak of the descent. There were very few people in the queue and we went down the mountain in about ten minutes. When we took the cable car down the mountain, there was already a long queue at the bottom of the mountain. It would take less than an hour to get up the mountain. After that, you can take a seat or take a taxi for ¥1,400 back to the JR station. You will find Otaru, which is very photogenic during blues time (Picture 11). At this time, the light is just right. You can go to other internet famous attractions to take pictures or walk around. All very pleasant. This schedule is suitable for going up the mountain when the weather is good and sunny. If it is cloudy or snowy, the scenery on the mountain may not be very impressive. Please make a flexible decision based on the weather of the day~

Otaru Aquarium | A Dreamy Ocean Adventure🐟 📍Address: 3-303 Shukutsu, Otaru, Hokkaido 🚗Transportation: From Otaru Station, take a bus for about 20 minutes to reach the aquarium. Enjoy the street view of Otaru along the way. Remember to check the bus schedule in advance. 🎫Tickets: You can purchase tickets on the official website or on-site. It is recommended to book online in advance, as there are sometimes special packages that include small souvenirs. 🐠Highlights: The aquarium features adorable penguins walking around, which is super cute and healing. There is also a large jellyfish display area, where jellyfish float gracefully under the dreamy lights, creating a stunning visual experience. The transparent underwater tunnel allows you to feel as if you are underwater, surrounded by various fish, and experience the wonder and awe of the ocean. 🍱Food Recommendations: The aquarium's restaurant offers fresh seafood rice bowls made with ingredients sourced from local waters, providing a delicious taste. Nearby, there are also dessert shops offering Otaru specialties. After enjoying the ocean atmosphere, treat yourself to a sweet cake or ice cream to satisfy your taste buds. 🎁Souvenirs: Don't miss the aquarium's gift shop, which offers a variety of cute marine animal plush toys, exquisite stationery, and unique accessories. Picking a few items as souvenirs is a great idea. 📸Photography Tips: The penguin pavilion, jellyfish area, and underwater tunnel are all great places for taking photos. Turn off the flash, use natural light, and use marine life as the background to easily capture stunning photos. Otaru Aquarium is not only a joyful ocean for children but also a great place for adults to relax and unwind. Here, you can have close encounters with marine life and experience the charm and healing power of the ocean. Come and embark on this wonderful ocean adventure!

This is an aquarium that has been with the locals for a very long time. It is a large aquarium that is slightly far from clean because of its long history, but it is managed with care. It is very good to come with children. I highly recommend it. Churai Churai #2025Overseas Travel Event

📍Otaru Aquarium The sea lion show is very interesting. The highlight is the events that can only be seen here! 【INFORMATION】 Otaru Aquarium 📮047-0047 3-303 Shukutsu, Otaru, Hokkaido 🕑9:00-16:00 💰1800 yen (Advance tickets mean you don't have to line up, so it's easy) #0 yen trip November

Introducing Otaru Aquarium! The highlight is the show that you can't see at other aquariums! ★Penguin Show *Summer only At Otaru Aquarium, penguins actually put on a show! They don't listen to their trainers and jump and bounce...but you can see free-spirited penguins that don't listen to what they're told at all!! They run away from their trainers to skip the show, and seagulls fly in from the sea to steal their reward food... The laid-back penguins performing to gentle music are really cute They're addictively cute! ★Seal Show *Summer only Seal sea lions just keep diving! The power of the huge sea lions diving is overwhelming! ★Seal Show *Summer only It's not sea lions, but seals who perform the show Some do it well, some don't... Both the skilled ones and the ones who are just practicing are very cute If you look at them with those big eyes, you'll be sure to see them as a great success! There are lots of unique shows only available in the summer! There are also other standard events such as dolphin shows. Please be sure to check them out! #0yentravelautumn

Otaru Aquarium, located 50 minutes by car from Sapporo Station, is the largest aquarium in Hokkaido. The museum displays more than 70 large and small tanks, where visitors can admire fish from both cold seas and temperate waters, a total of about 250 species and more than 5,000 rare creatures. The number of seals raised in the museum is the highest in Japan. In addition, the outdoor "marine animal show" is also quite popular. Seals, northern sea lions, and southern sea lions take turns to perform various stunts such as jumping through hoops, catching balls, and diving shows against the backdrop of the Sea of ​​Japan. Whether it is the cute penguins walking in the snow, the sea lions diving, the hilarious performances of penguins, or the dolphin show, I believe that adults and children can spend a happy time here.

🦭If you want to watch the penguin 🐧parade, you don’t have to go to Asahiyama, the Otaru Aquarium is right there. You can take a bus from Otaru Station and arrive in no time. 🦭A small but beautiful aquarium. Of course, the main purpose is to watch the penguin parade, so cute. 🦭The Marine Animal Park is close to the coast and has beautiful scenery. You can get close to marine animals, including dolphins, seals, sea lions, walruses, penguins, etc. The performances are arranged very smoothly. From 10 am to 12 noon, a round of performances is just completed. There are also seal and dolphin performances. The 1,300 yen ticket is really worth it. 🍺The food in the restaurant in the park is delicious and not expensive. #Sapporo Attractions

🏞️ Otaru Canal Retro warehouses line the canal, and at night they are lit up. Perfect for a stroll at any time of day or night! 🍴 Wakadori Jidai Naruto Honten 📍 3-16-13 Inaho, Otaru, Hokkaido 047-0032 When in Otaru, you must try the half-fried chicken 🐓 Payment is in advance, so once you're at your table, choose your meal from the menu and take the tag with your table number to the register! The side dishes are also delicious! 🐬 Otaru Aquarium 📍 303 Shukutsu 3-chome, Otaru, Hokkaido 047-0047 Located on a hill in Otaru, the view is excellent. Of course, the fish are a highlight, but don't miss the handwritten introductions by the aquarium staff - they're very interesting!!