Otaru Museum

What it is

• A museum exhibiting Hokkaido's history, nature, and transportation.
• Opened July 14, 2007, integrating two city museums.
• Utilizes facilities of the former Otaru Transportation Memorial Hall.
• A registered museum under Japan's Museum Law.

What to see

• Three indoor facilities and an outdoor exhibition area.
• Valuable railway vehicles and automobiles.
• Former Temiya Engine Shed, an important cultural property.
• Canal Museum in a designated historic building.
• Exhibits on Otaru's history and natural environment.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.