It is still cold and snowy in Otaru while cherry blossoms are coming out in other areas in Japan.Here in Otaru, we have to wait for another month to enjoy the cherry blossoms.
The least I can do is to eat “sakura ampan” (a bean paste bun topped with cherry flower) while viewing cherry blossoms in the vase to get a hint of spring that seems a long way off in Hokkaido.
This lovely bun is made at Bakery KAMEJU, a long-established bakery in Otaru.
If you would like to see real Otaru, a certified tour guide, Tomoko Wahei from Otaru will show you around according to your request.
| Title | Date |
|---|---|
| It's Time for Stroll in Hokkaido | Jun 21, 2011 |
| Nakajima Park in Sapporo | Jun 05, 2011 |
| Colorful Time | May 22, 2011 |
| Wagashi of Spring | May 18, 2011 |
| Tenjoji Temple's Cherry Blossoms 2011 | May 16, 2011 |
| Cherry Blossoms Blooming! | May 08, 2011 |
| Cold Golden Week | May 06, 2011 |
| Golden Week | Apr 29, 2011 |
| Otaru Milk Plant’s New Season Start | Apr 26, 2011 |
| The View of Mashike Mountain Range Today | Apr 19, 2011 |
