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Stroll Through Otaru's Symbol: The Rows of Brick Warehouses
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Stroll Through Otaru's Symbol: The Rows of Brick Warehouses

About this spot

About a 10-minute walk from Otaru Station, the canal developed as a logistics hub from the Taisho to early Showa periods still stands lined with stone warehouses from that era. The walking path along the canal is well-maintained and suitable for strollers, and summer mornings offer soft sunlight perfect for a leisurely walk. Many of the warehouses now serve as cafes and souvenir shops, allowing you to enjoy the streetscape at a relaxed pace. Before heading to the sea, take time to slowly savor Otaru's characteristic scenery as a warm-up to the day.

Season & hours

Name: 塩谷海水浴場

Date & time: 7/11 (Sat)–8/16 (Sun)

Venue: 小樽市・塩谷海水浴場

小樽市内の海水浴場のひとつで、2026年は7月11日(土)から8月16日(日)まで開設されます。砂浜と岩場が入り交じった海岸で、透明度の高い北海道の海を間近に感じられるのが魅力です。遊泳は無料で、仮設トイレも設置されるため、日帰りの家族連れでも過ごしやすい環境が整っています。岩場では磯遊びも楽しめ、砂浜での水遊びと合わせて夏休みの1日をたっぷり満喫できます。水族館からのアクセスも良く、この日のコースの締めくくりにふさわしいクライマックスです。

Tips

駐車場は有料なので、事前に料金を確認しておくと安心です。岩場があるためビーチサンダルなど足元を保護できる履物があると安全です。仮設トイレはありますが更衣室が限られる場合があるので、水着は事前に着用しておくとスムーズです。

Source: city.otaru.lg.jp

Tips

The recommended route is to walk along the canal from Otaru Station toward Chuo Bridge (中央橋). Summer sun is strong, so don't forget a hat. Benches are scattered along the canal, so you can take breaks—making it manageable even with children.

Best time to visit

Takes approximately 1 hour. The morning has relatively few tourists, making it an ideal time for photography.

Access & map

〒047-0007 Hokkaido, Otaru City, Minato-cho 5

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