Cruises from Otaru

3 cruise lines and 3 ships sailing from Otaru, Japan

Cruises visiting Otaru

Otaru rewards a slow walk, with a canal, old warehouses and sea air recalling Hokkaido’s trading past. Built in 1923, Otaru Canal once carried cargo; today, its stone storehouses frame one of Japan’s most atmospheric waterfronts. Nearby Sakaimachi Street offers glass studios, music-box shops and seafood restaurants, all within an easy stroll of the center. Come for the craftsmanship, then settle in for Hokkaido seafood and sushi.

Cruises from Otaru, Japan

Sailings departing from Otaru, earliest departure first.

3 Sailings Found
Sapporo-Otaru, Japan

13 Days One-Way from Sapporo-Otaru to Kobe-Osaka

Silver Cloud

Departs
May 28th 2027
Duration
12 nights
From
$10,013
per person, double occupancy
Ports of call: +4 more ports
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Sapporo-Otaru, Japan

20 Days One-Way from Sapporo-Otaru to Anchorage Ak

National Geographic Resolution

Departs
July 12th 2027
Duration
19 nights
From
$27,000
per person, double occupancy
Ports of call: +2 more ports
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Sapporo-Otaru, Japan

21 Days One-Way from Sapporo-Otaru to Vancouver

Hanseatic Spirit

Departs
June 27th 2028
Duration
20 nights
From
$14,202
per person, double occupancy
Ports of call: +4 more ports
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Cruise lines embarking (starting) at Otaru (3)

Cruise lineCategoryTypeShips departing from Otaru
Silversea Cruises Ultra Luxury Ocean Silver Cloud
Hapag-Lloyd Cruises Premium Ocean Hanseatic Spirit
Lindblad Expeditions Premium Expedition National Geographic Resolution

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Published September 30, 2026