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Discover the charming coastal town of Otaru and the renowned Yoichi Whisky Distillery on this private, customizable day trip from Sapporo.
Enjoy the convenience of a private vehicle as you explore highlights like Otaru Canal and Sakaimachi Street at your own pace.
This full-day tour allows you to tailor your itinerary to include the sites that interest you most, ensuring a personalized experience.
With door-to-door pickup from your Sapporo hotel, this tour combines cultural immersion with the comfort of private transportation, making it perfect for families and small groups.
- Full-day private tour lasting approximately 8-10 hours
- Pickup from your hotel in Sapporo for convenience
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We will pick you up at the hotel hall.
The driver will be waiting for you with a sign with the lead travelers name.
Itinerary
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1Nikka Whisky Yoichi Distillery
The legendary birthplace of Nikka Japanese whisky; explore the distillery grounds, learn whisky‑making history and enjoy free self‑guided facility visits.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
2Otaru Canal
The iconic symbol of Otaru, featuring vintage brick warehouses and gas lamps; make a quick photo stop without full extended sightseeing. Option: +40min 【Otaru Canal Cruise】 Day cruises you can enjoy great views of historical buildings and Otaru’s beautiful natural setting. Adults (13+) ¥ 1,800 / Children (0 to 12) ¥ 500
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Otaru Sakaimachi Street
Otaru’s famous main shopping lane lined with glass‑craft shops, sweet confectionery stores, souvenir boutiques and old‑fashioned stone‑built buildings.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
4Otaru Tenguyama Ropeway Ski Museum
Ride the ropeway up Mount Tenguyama for sweeping panoramic views over Otaru city and Ishikari bay, plus a small museum about local skiing history. Option 【Tengu Zip Line】+30min 128-meter aerial ride that lets you glide from the upper observation area while viewing the city and the Sea of Japan. Price: ￥1,200 per ride period：April 25th (Sat) - November 3rd (Tuesday/Holiday) 【Tenguyama slider】 +20min A family-friendly slide about 400m long, allowing you to ski exhilaratingly while adjusting the brakes to suit your own pace. Price: Adults (13+) ¥ 800 / Children (7 to 12) ¥ 400 period：May 23rd (Sat) - October 12th (Monday/holiday)
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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