Otaru is one of the most beautiful cities in Hokkaido Prefecture. Located on the coast of Ishikari Bay, Otaru is famous for its preserved canal district, illuminated by streetlights after sundown, and ...

There is even more to discover in Japan outside Tokyo. Couples in particular might love this northern Japanese city that's ...

Join me on an unforgettable journey through the charming city of Otaru, just a short trip from Sapporo! From scenic canals to delicious seafood and historic landmarks, this hidden gem of Japan offers ...

Otaru, a coastal city with a retro ambience in western Hokkaido ... which commands a scenic vista of the Sea of Japan. The tourists were apparently paying tribute to Nakayama, who died in December ...

We've listed our five most read stories on The Mainichi news site, from top to bottom, that were published between March 1 and 9. The first story was ...

With help from an orphaned pickpocket, a Korean con man devises an elaborate plot to seduce and bilk a Japanese woman out of her inheritance. A hearing-impaired boxer follows her dream of becoming a ...

If you’ve been dreaming of capturing that cinematic winter scene in Otaru, Japan, you’re not alone. This charming port city in Hokkaido is straight-up aesthetic goals—think vintage streets, dreamy ...

Soubou Otaru features accommodation with free private parking. The property is around 17 km from Otarushi Zenibako City Center, 35 km from Sapporo Station and 47 km from Shin-Sapporo Station. Otaru ...

Set in Otaru, 700 metres from Otaru Station and 17 km from Otarushi Zenibako City Center, Js STAY OTARU II offers spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. With free private ...

As Japan’s population shrinks, maintaining rail service in remote small towns is becoming a challenge. Is this the answer?

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has attended the opening ceremony for Expo 2025 Osaka and expressed his hope that the ...

The Expo 2025 has opened in Osaka with more than 10,000 people singing Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony to celebrate the start of ...