Otaru Snow Story 2014-2015 is a beloved winter event in Otaru City. The city comes alive with enchanting illuminations along Otaru Canal, Canal Plaza, JR Otaru Station, and throughout the streets. First launched last year, this event showcases numerous attractions for visitors. Otaru has long been renowned for its glass products, which are prominently displayed along the streets and canal. Like Hakodate, Otaru boasts many historic buildings from the Meiji, Taisho, and early Showa eras, lending it a nostalgic charm. As night falls, Otaru Canal sparkles with blue lights, a unique December event. Just 40 minutes from Sapporo, it’s a must-see destination!
Otaru Snow Story: Nov, 15 2014 – Jan, 18 2015
Blue Canal
Otaru Canal is illuminated with blue lights for 25 days, themed around “Sky and Sea” this year. The serene blue glow creates a truly enchanting atmosphere, evoking a sense of wonder and beauty.
- Dec, 1 – Dec, 25 2014
- From sunset to 22:30
- Lightening Ceremony: Dec, 1 16:00
- Symphony with sounds and lights: Dec, 20 18:00 – 20:00 Fireworks and a gospel consert
Glass Art Gallery
- at JR Otaru Station
- Nov, 15 2014 – Jan, 18 2015
Wine Glass Tower
- Canal Plaza(運河プラザ)
- Nov, 15 2014 – Jan, 18 2015
Glass Float Tree
- Canal Plaza(運河プラザ)
- Nov, 15 2014 – Jan, 18 2015 16:00 – 24:00
Otaru Machi Go-han
- Restaurants in Otaru
- Nov, 15 2014 – Jan, 18 2015
Otaru Zakka Marche
There are a lot of items and goods about snow and winter. Glass products and music boxes are there. More, items and works by goods-artists living in local.
- Unga Plaza No.3
- Nov, 29 – Dec, 23 10:00 – 19:00
Mt.Tenguyama Snow Screen: Collaboration for Night view and movies
- at the top of Mt.Tenguyama Ski Area
- Dec, 19 2014 – Jan, 18 2015
Mt.Tenguyama Snow Slope
- Mt.Tenguyama Ski Area
- Dec, 24 2014 – March 22 2015 11:00-16:00
- sled: 300 yen, tube: 500 yen per 1 hour
