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A Record of Timeless Emotion: Experience Otaru's Art Village with the 5-Venue Integrated Pass

Historic buildings that once led Otaru's prosperity have been reborn as spaces embracing art. Otaru Art Village utilizes bank and warehouse buildings constructed from the Taisho to early Showa periods, showcasing artworks and crafts that capture the era's spirit. As you walk along the canal, you'll encounter a harmonious blend of past glory and modern sensibility within the magnificent exteriors.

This place offers more than just viewing artworks; it provides a special journey to feel the unique warmth and traces of time inherent in the buildings themselves. Follow the soft light filtering through ornate stained glass, or stand in awe of the imposing former bank vault, and take a brief trip back in time. As you leisurely wander through five art museums, each with a different theme, you'll discover the deep artistic inspiration Otaru has preserved.

Visit five exhibition halls, each with its unique charm

The Noble Light of English Churches: Stained Glass Museum

Admire authentic stained glass that adorned English churches from the late 19th to early 20th centuries. The mystical patterns and colors created by the light streaming through the windows imbue the entire space with a sacred and beautiful atmosphere.

Traces of a Prosperous Modern Economy: Former Mitsui Bank Otaru Branch

Designated a National Important Cultural Property, this building showcases Otaru's status as the 'Wall Street of the North' during its peak. Experience the pinnacle of architectural beauty by examining its grand stone exterior, intricate interior decorations, and the details of the former banking workspace.

A Harmonious Blend of Eastern and Western Art: Nitori Museum of Art

Japanese paintings, Western paintings, and delicate sculptures are gathered here. Experience a diverse world of art, encompassing both domestic and international works, including stained glass pieces by Louis C. Tiffany, all in one place.

Western Art Museum: Where European Sensibility Lives On

Exhibits feature Art Nouveau and Art Deco glassware and furniture. In this romantic atmosphere, enjoy exquisite items that enriched European life during that era and the essence of Western art.

Ukiyo-e Museum: Capturing the Colors of Japan

Through Ukiyo-e, Japan's traditional woodblock prints, glimpse the customs and lives of ordinary people in past Japan. Understand the artistic value and creation process of Ukiyo-e more deeply through exquisite replicas and tool samples.

"Feel the warmth of Otaru's most radiant era in this place where former banks and warehouses have transformed into centers of art."