Lodged in Shiribeshi Subprefecture, Hokkaido, Japan in northwestern Sapporo is the port city of Otaru. Home to a number of historical buildings, Otaru which faces the Ishikari Bay and the Sea of Japan is a tourist magnet with its snow-capped mountains. Originally inhabited by the Ainu habitation, this main port of the bay draws its name from its early settlers. Overflowing with a rich history and heritage, Otaru takes pride in a number of its prime attractions like the Otaru Aquarium, Mt.Tengu, Otaru Canal, Otaru Art Base, Otaru Museum, Otaru Kihinkan and Taishougarasu Museum.
The craftworks that dot the city of Otaru are excellent souvenir materials that tourists can pick up during the Otaru city tour. During sightseeing tours in Otaru, there are rickshaw rides to the piers and stockyards of the city. The locals in Otaru are quite spiritual and a tour guide is sure to lead visitors to different spiritual spots for an immersive experience of the life of the locals during Otaru cultural tours. Packed with many Japanese cuisine and side dishes, the harbour city of Otaru has varieties of seafood to offer owing to its proximity to the sea as guests are treated to a host of street food during Otaru food tours. Hiking on Mt. Tengu is a good enough challenge for adrenaline junkies in Otaru outdoor activities.
The expression 'cold feet' has never taken a more literal meaning than in the snowshoe hiking of Mt. Tengu in Otaru. This unique experience is one of the highlights of a trip to Otaru accelerated by the affordability of the services offered by Tripindicator. These services are top-rated based on customers' reviews and fares favourably when compared to that of other tour agencies.
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