# Best breweries in Otaru, Japan

> The best breweries in Otaru, Japan, ranked. 5 breweries within 16 miles. Updated weekly.

*Canonical page: <https://finding.beer/breweries/japan/otaru/> · data updated 2026-09-04*

Breadcrumb: Breweries → Japan → Otaru

Within 16 miles of Otaru we track 5 breweries. None currently rate Great or better. Hokkaido Brewing Company in Otaru leads the list at 3.49 (Poor).

## Ranked breweries

1. [Hokkaido Brewing Company](https://finding.beer/brewery/hokkaido-brewing-company-18244.md) — 3.49, Poor — Otaru, Hokkaido
2. [Nikiya Brewery](https://finding.beer/brewery/nikiya-brewery-25219.md) — 3.35, Poor — Niki, Hokkaido
3. [Otaru Beer](https://finding.beer/brewery/otaru-beer-8042.md) — 2.91, Limited — Otaru, Hokkaido
4. [41 Beer Craftworks](https://finding.beer/brewery/41-beer-craftworks-25196.md) — 2.89, Limited — Hokkaido
5. [Hokkaido Wine](https://finding.beer/brewery/hokkaido-wine-6558.md) — 2.60, Limited — Otaru, Hokkaido

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