Hokkaido in Half a Day: Nishin Goten — Guide Toshi

Title: What's a Private Otaru Tour Like for a Cruise Ship Passenger? A Licensed Guide's Report

The guests had a deep interest in the history of Otaru and had requested to visit the Nishin Goten (Herring Mansion) in Shukutsu, the Otaru Canal, and the museum. Due to weather conditions, the cruise ship arrived in port one day earlier than scheduled, and the guests had already visited the Otaru Canal the previous day, so we skipped it today. We only took a few commemorative photos at Asakusa Bridge.

Since the lunch spot was very close to Asakusa Bridge, after lunch I accompanied the guests to a vintage kimono shop at their request, and we parted ways there.

The guests were great fans of Japan, with repeat visits to the country, and they explored both the Herring Mansion and the museum with great enthusiasm. They were seasoned, friendly travelers who clearly enjoyed themselves.

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Tour Report by Toshi

Hello and welcome !
My name is Toshiko, a licensed English-speaking tour guide based in Sapporo, Hokkaido.

Hokkaido is famous for its beautiful nature in every season. I especially enjoy introducing guests to the natural landscapes of this region, including peaceful parks, scenic viewpoints, and light hiking trails.

If you enjoy walking or hiking, I would be happy to guide you through some of Hokkaido’s wonderful nature spots while sharing stories about local history, culture and wildlife.

Of course, I also love introducing our delicious food and charming towns such as Sapporo and Otaru.

Please feel free to ask questions anytime during the tour.
I look forward to sharing the beauty of Hokkaido with you !