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GRANBELL HOTEL OTARU TOP > Sightseeing

Sightseeing in the surrounding area, enjoying nature, cityscapes and gourmet food.
Enjoy a canal cruise, the atmospheric townscape, and Otaru gourmet food.
The history of this city, known as the "heart" of Hokkaido, will add color to your travel memories.

Tourist Facilities

Otaru Canal

The Otaru Canal, a tourist attraction in Otaru, was a port facility for unloading cargo that was completed in 1923. In 1986, it was reborn as it is today, with walking paths and parks.

■Address

Otaru Canal, 5 Minatocho, Otaru, Hokkaido, 047-0007
*1 minute walk from the hotel

Otaru Romankan

This shop, which combines retro and romantic styles, is housed in a historic building that was a bank during the Meiji period. The interior of the store, which harmonizes with the antique furniture, has a unique atmosphere. In addition to accessories, we also have a wide selection of glass goods, so why not buy one as a gift to commemorate your trip?

■Address

1-25 Sakaimachi, Otaru, Hokkaido, Japan 047-0027
*1 minute walk from the hotel

Otaru Art Base

It consists of four facilities: the Stained Glass Museum, the Former Mitsui Bank Otaru Branch, the Nitori Museum, and the Museum of Western Art. It mainly exhibits modern and contemporary paintings, sculptures, glass crafts, stained glass, furniture, and more. The fifth facility, the Ukiyo-e Museum, is scheduled to open in July 2025.

■Address

1-3-1 Ironai, Otaru, Hokkaido 047-0031
*About 3 minutes walk from the hotel

Former Temiya Line Site

The former Japanese National Railways Temiya Line was the first railway line to open in Hokkaido in 1880, but it ceased operation in 1985 and is now a 1.6 km walking trail that is loved by locals and tourists alike.

■Address

〒047-0031 1-7-14 Ironai, Otaru, Hokkaido
*About 10 minutes on foot from the hotel

Otaru Museum of History and Nature

The main building displays Hokkaido's most famous trains, including the steam locomotive "Shizuka." Outside, you can see the "Old Temiya Railway Facility," an important cultural property, and experience a free ride on the "Iron Horse" (only in summer). Inside the building, there is a planetarium and a science exhibition room.
The Canal Museum occupies the former Otaru Warehouse built in 1893. It introduces the history of Otaru as a prosperous commercial city, and its development through two parts: its natural landscapes, and the natural scenery created by the sea and mountains. You can see dioramas of natural scenery and a reproduction of the streetscape from the end of the Meiji period to the Taisho period.

■Address

〒047-0041 1-3-6 Temiya, Otaru, Hokkaido
*About 5 minutes by car from the hotel

Tenjoji Temple

This is Jodo-ji Temple, located on a hill overlooking the sea of Otaru. In spring, cherry blossoms bloom, and in autumn, the leaves sparkle, welcoming you with a variety of flowers and trees. Limited edition goshuin stamps are also available during the cherry blossom and autumn leaves seasons.

■Address

〒047-0021 4-32-1 Irifune, Otaru, Hokkaido
*Approximately 7 minutes by car from the hotel

Temiya Park

Temiya Park is a park with an ocean view that takes advantage of the sloping terrain unique to Otaru, and is a popular spot for strolls and hikes among locals, where you can enjoy cherry blossom and azalea viewing in the spring, and chestnut gathering in the fall.

■Address

2-5 Temiya, Otaru, Hokkaido, 047-0041
*Approx. 30 minutes by bus or on foot from the hotel

Herring Mansions (Nishin Goten)

It was the first private home in Hokkaido to be designated a cultural property, designated a "Hokkaido Tangible Cultural Property: Herring Fishing Ground Architecture." Inside Herring Mansions (Nishin Goten), there are exhibits of tools used for herring fishing and processing, as well as everyday items and photographs of the people who lived in the guardhouse.

■Address

〒047-0047 3-228 Shukutsu, Otaru, Hokkaido
*Approximately 10 minutes by car from the hotel

Leisure

Otaru Aquarium

The exhibits are centered on creatures from Jeonbuk. In the marine mammal park that divides the ocean, you can see lively sea lions and seals up close. You can see wolffish, giant halibut, and the mythical fish, the huchen. You can also enjoy performances by bottlenose dolphins.

■Address

〒047-0047 3-303 Shukutsu, Otaru, Hokkaido
*Approximately 10 minutes by car from the hotel

Mt. Tengu

Otaru Mt. Tengu is a symbolic mountain of Otaru, standing at 532m above sea level. From the observation deck at the summit, you can get a panoramic view of Otaru city and Ishikari Bay, and at night you can enjoy a beautiful night view that is said to be one of the "Three Great Night Views of Hokkaido." In winter, we also have a variety of rental items available for you to enjoy playing in the snow, such as sleds.

■Address

〒047-0012 Mt. Tengu 2-chome Mt. Tengu, Otaru City, Hokkaido
*Approximately 15 minutes by car from the hotel

Nikka Whisky Yoichi Distillery

This is Nikka Whisky's first distillery, founded in 1934 in Yoichi Town, Hokkaido by Masataka Taketsuru in search of the ideal place for whiskey production.
* Tours of the whiskey production area require prior reservations.

■Address

〒046-0003 7-6 Kurokawacho, Yoichi-cho, Yoichi-gun, Hokkaido
*Approximately 30 minutes by car from our hotel

Kiroro Snow World

Kiroro is the perfect resort for those who want to fully enjoy high-quality leisure activities. Blessed with pure powder snow, the two mountain ridges offer a variety of slopes for beginners to advanced skiers.

■Address

128-1 Tokiwa, Akaigawa Village, Yoichi District, Hokkaido 046-0571
*Approx. 42 minutes by car from our hotel