Night views in Hokkaido

Places to see the lights after dark. (4 articles)

Guides (1)

• Things to Do in Hokkaido: A Local's Guide by Region and Season The best things to do in Hokkaido, chosen by a Sapporo local who drives around the island: the lakes of the east, Otaru and Shakotan, Biei and Furano, Noboribetsu, Lake Toya, Mt. Yotei, Hakodate and more, with seasons and how many days you need. 2026.10.18

Road trips (1)

• Otaru Day Trip from Sapporo by Car: A Local's Route and Where to Park Driving to Otaru from Sapporo? A local's one-day route through Yoichi, Shukutsu, the canal and Mt. Tengu, with drive times, tolls and where to park near Otaru Canal. 2026.10.18

Places (2)

• Mt. Tengu in Otaru: Night View, Ropeway Prices and Driving to the Top A local's guide to Mt. Tengu in Otaru, one of Hokkaido's three great night views: the ropeway (2026 prices and hours), when you can drive to the summit, free parking, and the best time to go. 2026.10.19
• Otaru Canal: Night Lights, the Canal Cruise and Where to Park A local's guide to Otaru Canal: when the gas lamps and warehouses are lit, the canal cruise, how to get there from Sapporo by train or car, and where to park. 2026.10.19