The Otaru Canal Cruise is a 40-minute boat ride that contains the best picturesque atmosphere around the Asakusa-bashi Bridge, North Canal, and a portion of the Port of Otaru. Even though the activity has the word “cruise” in it, the boats are quite small, so the tour is done with an intimate and friendly atmosphere. The captain on board guides you, introducing various spots around town, including the culture and history of Otaru. This is a great way to explore Otaru on fine days.