Otaru in Hokkaido is a popular tourist destination, and the small town is perfect for a day trip from Sapporo. It is easy to hop on one of the frequent trains to Otaru at Sapporo Station. By rapid train, it only takes 30-35 minutes to get there (and by car even less)! The train runs along the coast, between the Sea of Japan and the mountains before arriving at this favourite spot for visitors in Hokkaido, Otaru.