--- title: Airbnb House – Furnished 3BR Home in Central Otaru date: 2026-01-22T02:13:00+09:00 author: Hokkaido Property canonical_url: "https://uchijapan.com/properties/airbnb-house-furnished-3br-home-in-central-otaru" section: Properties --- Discover a rare opportunity to own a beautifully furnished 3-bedroom house in the **historic heart of Otaru**, **currently managed as a private lodging business on Airbnb**. ※Off-site parking available (closed during winter). This home is just a short stroll from Otaru’s most iconic sights: - **2 minutes to Sakaimachi Street** – the city’s bustling souvenir and shopping district - **1 minute to Sushi Street** – home to some of Hokkaido’s finest sushi restaurants - **4 minutes to the famous Otaru Canal** – ideal for scenic walks along the waterfront Surrounded by charming historical architecture and art galleries, this location offers a tranquil retreat while being at the center of Otaru’s vibrant tourism scene. A perfect base for guests to explore local attractions like the **Otaru Music Box Museum (3 min)**, **Kitaichi Glass Shops (10 min)**, and **Tenguyama Ropeway (9 min by car)**. ### **Property Features** - 3 Bedrooms + Japanese tatami living room - Traditional sunken **kotatsu** for cozy winter evenings - Fully equipped kitchen with counter, ideal for entertaining with wine and meals - Including off-site parking (130.31 square meters) ### **Business & Investment Potential** This property is currently operating as a legally compliant private lodging facility (Airbnb). It is a highly flexible property suitable for personal use, a second home, or continued rental operation. ### **Future Growth & Accessibility** **Future developments—including a planned Shinkansen stop in Otaru and a new expressway to Kutchan—will significantly enhance travel access to Niseko and even Tokyo**, ensuring long-term value appreciation and increasing tourism demand. ### **Approximate Driving Times** Sapporo Station (via expressway):45 min New Chitose Airport (via expressway):1hr 15 min Teine Ski Resort (via expressway):35 min Asarigawa Onsen Ski Resort:15-20 min Tenguyama Ski Resort (Otaru):10 min Niseko Annupuri Ski Resort (express):1hr 40 min This is more than just a house—it’s a fully operating, guest-ready **Airbnb home in Otaru’s premium location**, with massive growth potential.