Private Tour

Otaru Rickshaw Tour

Overview

Available languages

Japanese

Mobile ticket

This port city of the north has four distinct seasons, the nice sea breeze in summer, to the snow covered winter views that will give you the chills. Piers, canals and stockyards will remind everyone of the bustling old days, and you will feel the dashing spirit of Otaru.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Expecting mothers in their first 16 weeks of pregnancy are not permitted to ride a rickshaw

Adult pricing applies to age 6 and over

Child rate (age 5 years or under) applies only when children sit on an adult’s lap without occupying a seat

A maximum of 2 adults per rickshaw. Up to 2 children (age 5 years or under) can ride with 2 adults (children have to ride on an adult's lap)

While rickshaws are able to fit two adults, each rickshaw is 29.1 inches (74 centimeters) wide, and it is sometimes more comfortable to book individual rickshaws for each passenger. For passengers of size, we recommend booking a rickshaw for each participant to ensure a comfortable ride. Passengers who do not both fit in one rickshaw but wish to participate in a tour at the same time will be required to purchase an additional rickshaw, which may not be available on the date of the tour with an English-speaking guide if not booked in advance. Those customers who do not purchase an additional rickshaw at the time of booking cannot be guaranteed availability.

Wheelchair and stroller friendly

May be operated by a multi-lingual driver, subject to availability; please ask for a driver who speaks your language at Departure Point

Selected starting time is not automatically guaranteed. The time will be confirmed by email within 24 hours of booking.

finishing locations other than our rickshaw stand may be subject to an additional drop-off fee (payable on the day of the tour)

Please bring baby carrier/wrap for small children

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Rickshaw ride

Local driver/guide

Food and drinks, unless specified

Gratuities

Hotel pickup and drop-off

What To Expect

Otaru Canal

iconic scenery of Otaru

Admission Not Applicable

Kitaunga

north part of Otaru canal

Admission Not Applicable

Options

OTARU 60min

Duration: 1 hour

OTARU 30min

Duration: 30 minutes

OTARU 90min

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

OTARU 120min

Duration: 2 hours

OTARU 45min

Duration: 45 minutes

Reviews

4.95

83 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

We loved our rickshaw tour thru Sun, rain and even Hail!
erinmX4644BJ,
Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We loved our rickshaw ride even though the weather was highly variable. Our guide took great care of us thru chilly sunny weather, rain, and even about 1/2 inch of hail! Our guide (Yota?) was very lively and fun, sharing interesting facts about Otaru, both past and present. We couldn’t have asked for a nicer fellow and would highly recommend this activity.
Fun rickshaw experience
Charles S,
Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
The ride stays around the canal area and stops for photos and site descriptions. Our guide, Toshi, was wonderful, warm, and welcoming and filled us in on Otaru’s interesting history. Absolutely recommend.
Otaru Back Menu
Navigator46596179261,
Sep 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I felt grateful to be told what Otaru really looks like. It was not only a guide, but also a good fit for our story, and I was happy with it.
A journey you must take
Bbbrd,
Jul 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Very perfect and enjoyable experience, the car TORU is very professional and interesting, to each attraction helps us to take photos and explain the history of the sights, also interactive chat, highly recommend this trip.
Rickshaws are fun.
Venture38622830410,
Jul 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was a very enjoyable trip. I took a lot of photos and even had them processed. I'm going to ride again.
He was the best nanao again!
Road42288861178,
Jul 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I used it when I came to Otaru on my honeymoon. I had used the rickshaw at Ebisuya in other sightseeing spots before, and after consulting with Mr. Tokuo on Instagram DM for various reasons, I made a reservation for him to use it only after deciding the course and time. I'm such a big fan that I'd definitely want to take advantage of the Ebisuya rickshaw if time allowed! It is a lovely shop with a nice person who remembers us even though we only used his rickshaw once two years ago, and is willing to help us with various things this time. You can also take wonderful photos and I highly recommend riding a rickshaw on your travels, as it will definitely leave you with a lot of memories to hear about things that are not in guidebooks!
We are very happy to visit Otaru. It was most enjoyable. We had a great lunch.
georgemfoo,
May 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We went on a rickshaw tour on 7 May 2025. Our guide was Taichi. He was a very good guide. Friendly and cheerful. He was knowledgeable. He took beautiful pictures. Arigatou.
A great tour
christinejohn11,
May 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A very interesting hour spent with a knowledgeable and friendly guide who showed us the the sites of Otaru in an unusual way
An excellent way to see Otaru
Tony R,
Apr 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We took the 90 minute rickshaw ride with Koto as our driver. Koto was a lovely and polite young man with excellent (self-taught) English. He gave us a very informative ride around Otaru, which gave us a great feel for the city for when we walked around later. It was pretty cold, but the seat warmers and blankets kept us warm. We'd recommend this tour for anyone coming to Otaru who fancies going something different.
Otaru Kanko
Escape51056090349,
Dec 8, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
He taught me a lot about the history of Otaru and I was happy to take a lot of pictures! If you visit Otaru again, I want to go sightseeing on a rickshaw!