Zenibako Coast In Otaru
About the Zenibako Coast Camera
Zenibako is the easternmost district of Otaru, on the shore of Ishikari Bay between the city and Sapporo. Its name translates literally as money box, and the camera is run by a local construction firm, which describes the feed as being in test operation.
The beach here is one of the closest stretches of open coast to Sapporo, which has made it a summer destination for the city and a long-standing spot for windsurfing and surfing. Trains on the JR Hakodate Main Line stop at Zenibako Station a short way inland.
Facing north-west across the bay, the camera gets the weather coming in off the Sea of Japan. Summer brings calm water and beach crowds; from late autumn the same view turns to grey swell and the snow that Hokkaido's west coast takes in quantity.
Highlights & Nearby
- •Watch for: Ishikari Bay swell, summer beach activity, winter weather coming off the Sea of Japan
- •Nearby: Zenibako Station, Otaru city centre, Ishikari Bay, Sapporo
- •Note: run by a local firm and described as a test operation, so the feed may change
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Zenibako camera live?
Yes, though the operator describes it as being in test operation, so it may not be permanent.
Where is Zenibako?
The eastern edge of Otaru on Ishikari Bay, between Otaru and Sapporo in Hokkaido.
Why is the beach popular?
It is one of the nearest open beaches to Sapporo and has long been used for windsurfing, surfing and summer swimming.
What does the name mean?
Zenibako translates literally as money box.
