The steam clock at the entrance is the largest one still operating in the world. Every 15 minutes, it plays a beautiful melody. It's definitely one of Otaru's highlights.
Otaru Orgel Doh Main Hall | Review by 艾元元
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Iga Ueno Castle
In 1585, Sadatsugu Tsutsui built a castle on the plateau where Heirakuji Temple had been located. In 1608, after Sadatsugu's territory was confiscated by Ieyasu Tokugawa, Takatora Todo, who was said to be a master of castle construction, entered Iga. He renovated and expanded the castle to focus on fortifying the western side of it so that it could counter a battle against the Osaka and Toyotomi forces. At that time, a five-story castle tower was built, but it collapsed due to a great storm in 1612. After that, turrets, a main gate, and a palace were built, but the castle tower was never rebuilt.
It's not super big, but it's really well preserved and has a strong sense of history.
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SHIRAHAMA KEY TERRACE HOTEL SEAMORE
Perched on a hill, this hotel offers magnificent ocean views unique to the Nanki-Shirahama area. Spend a relaxing, comfortable stay in an inviting atmosphere befitting this historic resort destination.
There are so many facilities here! If you just want to relax at the hotel, you can soak your feet in the foot bath on the first floor. The view of the ocean and sky is stunning, and it's the perfect place to unwind.
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Tempozan Giant Ferris Wheel
Standing 112.5 m tall with a diameter of 100 m, this is one of the world’s largest Ferris wheels. Each rotation takes about 15 minutes. On a clear day, you can see Mount Ikoma in Nara Prefecture to the east, Akashi Kaikyo Bridge in Hyogo Prefecture to the west, Kansai International Airport to the south, and as far as Mount Rokko in Hyogo Prefecture to the north. The sweeping views offer the feeling of touring the entire Kansai region without leaving Osaka.
There aren't many of the all-transparent cabins on the Tempozan Ferris wheel, so if you want one with clear seats and floors, you'll have to wait longer. Honestly, the regular cabins are just fine—you can still see the view outside, so there's really not much difference!
