7 Sights in Otaru, Japan (with Map and Images)
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Explore interesting sights in Otaru, Japan. Click on a marker on the map to view details about it. Underneath is an overview of the sights with images. A total of 7 sights are available in Otaru, Japan.
Sightseeing Tours in Otaru1. おたる水族館
Otaru Aquarium is a public aquarium operated by Otaru Public Aquarium Corporation, Third Sector, in Otaru City, Hokkaido, Japan. It is a member of the Japanese Association of Zoos and Aquariums (JAZA) and he aquarium is accredited as a Museum-equivalent facilities by the Museum Act from Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology.
2. Former Mitsui Bank Otaru branch
The former Mitsui Bank Otaru Branch is a historical building located in Otaru City, Hokkaido. It is one of the buildings that conveys the pre-war Otaru City Ironai, which was called the "Wall Street of the North" to the present. It has been designated as an important cultural property of Japan.
3. Temiya Line
The Temiya Line was a local freight narrow gauge railroad in Otaru, Hokkaidō, Japan, connecting Minami-Otaru Station and Temiya Station. The line was a state-owned enterprise, originally established in the late 19th century to transport coal and marine products, and closed in 1985.
4. 消防犬「ぶん公」記念像
Bunkō was a Japanese mixed breed dog, famous for becoming the mascot of the Otaru city fire department. He was saved as a puppy after being found in burnt-down ruins after a fire and lived in the Otaru fire station for most of his life, being looked after by the firefighters.
5. 金吾龍神社
Kingo Ryu Shrine is a shrine located in Ranshima, Otaru City, Hokkaido. The dragon god, which is said to be the oldest in Japan, is enshrined. The former company status was unqualified. Normally, the area beyond the torii gate is covered by a fence and is off-limits.
6. Marchen Crossroads
Merhen-kohan intersection is an intersection located on a ship in Otaru City, Hokkaido. It is one of the most tourist spots in Otaru City. The 'Merhen crossing' is the nickname, and the official name is Sakaicho crossing.
7. Otaru City Otaru Museum of Art
The Otaru Museum of Art is an art museum located in Otaru City, Hokkaido. It is located in the Otaru City Branch Office (formerly the Otaru Regional Savings Bureau) and has the Otaru Municipal Literature Museum.
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