Kitami Shrine, located in the center of Kitami City, Hokkaido, is a shrine with a long history, having been developed along with the settlement of the Tondenhei soldiers in the Meiji era. The shrine enshrines Amaterasu and three other deities and has become a spiritual center for Kitami citizens. The shrine grounds, decorated with azaleas in spring and autumn leaves in fall, are beautiful...
Hokkaido Jingu Tongu, located in the city of Sapporo, is a historic shrine built in 1878. It is nicknamed “Tongu-san” (meaning “the shrine of Tongu” in Japanese) and is visited by many worshippers as a power spot for praying for the fulfillment of love and for the birth of a child. The shrine also plays an important role as an excursion spot for the...
Urahoro Shrine, located in the middle of Higashiyama (Higashi Mountain) in Urahoro Town, Tokachi-gun, Hokkaido, is a shrine with a long history that has been developed along with the pioneer settlers in the Meiji era. The shrine welcomes many worshippers with its history of being built as a spiritual support for pioneers and its distinctive shrine grounds, which are nationally known for the Nyushin...
Imo-mochi, which takes advantage of Hokkaido’s abundant agricultural produce, is a local dish widely loved by the locals, using potatoes as its main ingredient. This simple yet flavorful dish symbolizes the local culture and is widely enjoyed by people of diverse ages and is enjoyed at home and at local events. Hokkaido’s Food Culture and the Position of Imomochi Hokkaido, one of the centers...
In the magnificent landscape of Hokkaido, Bibai City brings a special opportunity to taste local history and culture through a traditional dish called Bibai Yakitori. This regional dish has long been a favorite of locals for its skillful use of local ingredients. Its popularity has continued unabated for generations. The Birth of Bibai Yakitori and Its History Bibai Yakitori was born in Bibai City,...
Hakodate Hachimangu Shrine, located at the lush foot of Mount Hakodate, is one of the most historic shrines in Hokkaido, dating back to the Muromachi Period. Known to the public by the nickname “Hachiman-san,” the shrine is known for its dignified main hall built in the Seitei-Hachimon-zukuri style and its 134 stone steps. Many visitors come to seek blessings for maritime safety and prosperous...
Sapporo Gokoku-jinja Shrine is a historic shrine located in Nakajima Park in Chuo-ku, Sapporo, and was built in 1879 to honor the spirits of Tonden soldiers who died in the Civil War, and has been loved by many people for over 140 years. The temple is conveniently located about a 4-minute walk from the Horohirabashi Subway Station, making it easily accessible from the center...
Nishino Shrine, located in Nishi-ku, Sapporo, is a historic shrine widely known for its blessings of marriage and safe delivery. Since its establishment in 1885, the shrine has been loved by local people, and in recent years, it has been recognized as a power spot by the Sapporo Tourist Association, attracting many visitors from all over Japan. Why not pray for the fulfillment of...
Located in Nemuro City, Hokkaido, Kintohira Shrine is a historic shrine founded in 1806 by Kahei Takataya. It is well known as a god of safety at sea and prosperity in business, and also plays a special role in taking care of the sacred objects of shrines in the Northern Territories. Every August, the shrine holds a grand annual festival, one of the three...
Urausu Shrine, located in Urausu-cho, Sakado County, Hokkaido, is a shrine with a long history, having been developed along with the Meiji Era settlements. In spring, the shrine grounds are covered with katakuris and ezo-engosaku, and the shrine is known for the fantastic sight of Ezo squirrels running around among the flowers. Here we introduce the charms of Urausu Shrine, which is attracting attention...
