a steep slope near JR Otaru Station and Otaru Sankaku Ichiba (Otaru Triangle Market), is a popular spot for its scenic views of Otaru Port and nearby ships. The area attracts many foreign visitors ...

SAPPORO -- The problem of "overtourism," marked by an excessive concentration of travelers negatively impacting local ...

Tranquil and blanketed in pristine white snow, the Japanese city of Otaru serves as the backdrop of a popular 1995 romance blockbuster that continues to bring starry-eyed travelers to the region every ...