Stroll Along Otaru Canal (小樽運河) Lined with Retro Stone Storehouses
About this spot
About 10 minutes on foot from Otaru Station (小樽駅), this is a classic Otaru sightseeing spot featuring stone storehouses from the Taisho and early Showa periods lined along the canal. The promenade along the canal is well-maintained and easy to walk, accessible even with baby strollers. Cafes and souvenir shops utilizing the warehouses are scattered throughout, making it perfect for spending time strolling in the morning. On summer mornings, the sunlight is soft and gentle, offering ideal conditions to leisurely enjoy photogenic scenery. As a warm-up before swimming, first savor Otaru's characteristic landscape.
Season & hours
Name: 東小樽海水浴場
Date & time: 7/11 (Sat)–8/23 (Sun)
Venue: 小樽市・東小樽海水浴場
小樽市内にある海水浴場で、2026年は7月11日(土)から8月23日(日)まで開設されます。水洗・仮設トイレが整備されており、小さな子ども連れでも安心して過ごせます。浜辺は石浜で、遠浅の砂浜とはひと味違う小樽らしい海岸線が特徴。料金は駐車場を含めて無料なので、気軽に立ち寄れるのも魅力です。小樽市総合博物館からも近く、街歩きと海水浴を無理なく組み合わせられる立地の良さも人気の理由です。夕方まで、家族みんなで波遊びと水遊びを満喫しましょう。
Tips
石浜のためビーチサンダルが必須です。裸足で歩くと痛いので、水遊び用の靴があるとより快適です。トイレは水洗と仮設が用意されていますが、更衣スペースは限られるため、水着を着てから向かうとスムーズです。駐車場も無料ですが、夏の週末は混み合うことがあるので早めの到着がおすすめです。
Tips
About 10 minutes on foot from JR Otaru Station (JR小樽駅). The promenade along the canal is flat and easy to walk, safe even with baby strollers. In summer, there is little shade, so bring a hat and drinks for a more comfortable walk.
Best time to visit
Approximately 1 hour required. Early morning hours have fewer tourists, making it easier to take photos.
Access & map
〒047-0007 Minato-cho (港町), Otaru, Hokkaido 5
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2026 East Otaru Swimming Beach Full-Day Course
Hokkaido
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