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Evening Plan: The Secret to a Perfect Morning in Otaru

  • Writer: info cotaru
    info cotaru
  • Jun 10
  • 2 min read
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日の入り時の小樽運河

If you're an early riser eager to breathe in Otaru’s crisp morning air, but don’t want to waste time waiting for rental shops to open—COTARU’s Evening Plan is made for you. With this plan, you can pick up an electric bike at 4:00 PM and return it by 12:00 noon the next day, giving you up to 20 hours of adventure. All that for just 1,500 yen—the same price as the 3-hour rental plan. It’s unbeatable value!

This is especially ideal for travelers who check in to Otaru city hotels in the evening. After settling in, enjoy a relaxed ride through the city at dusk, and start your morning cycling at sunrise—no need to wait around. It’s a hidden gem for smart travelers.


3 Reasons the Evening Plan Is Perfect for Morning Explorers

  1. Start before sunrisePick up your bike the day before and start riding anytime—even in the early morning. The shop is a 5-minute walk from Otaru Station and the canal.

  2. Golden hour, twiceEnjoy the sunset around 4 PM and then catch the sunrise the next morning from spots like the Panorama Viewpoint in Shukutsu.

  3. 20% off with online bookingBook online to pay just 1,200 yen. Skip the lines and save time.


Sample Itinerary with the Evening Plan

Time

Activity

Notes

16:30

Pick up bike and cruise Otaru Canal at sunset

Fewer crowds, great for photos

18:00

Explore Temiya Line ruins, dine in Hanazono

Try local seafood or retro bars

21:00

Return to hotel or guesthouse

Park your bike in the hotel area

05:00

Ride to Shukutsu Panorama Viewpoint

Electric assist makes it easy

08:30

Seafood breakfast at Sankaku Market

Your morning reward!

10:00

Shop along Sakaimachi Street

Beat the crowds

11:30

Return bike and enjoy soft serve ice cream

Relax before your noon checkout

Extras to Make Your Trip Easier

  • Free luggage storage: Store large bags and ride light.

  • Helmets and child seats (500 yen each): Safe for families.

  • Local discounts available: For students and Otaru residents.


➡︎ Book your Evening Plan via the COTARU official website. 20% off applies automatically with online reservation.

Summary

  • Ride from 4:00 PM to 12:00 noon the next day for a full experience

  • Only 1,500 yen → 1,200 yen with web booking

  • 5-minute walk from the station and canal, free luggage storage

  • Perfect for evening hotel check-ins, maximizing evening and morning sightseeing

Next time you're in Otaru, choose the Evening Plan and enjoy a bike trip that captures both sunset and sunrise!

 
 
 

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