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Otaru beyond the canal: the sushi bars, Meiji-era banks and backstreets that reward the curious traveler
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16/07/2026

Otaru beyond the canal: the sushi bars, Meiji-era banks and backstreets that reward the curious traveler

Plan an elevated Otaru day trip from Sapporo with luxury hotel picks, sushi streets, Meiji-era banks, glass studios, seasonal tips, train details and a sample one-day itinerary.


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