Kitayoshi Shrine 🚗⛩️ A shrine for traffic and disaster prevention

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Hotachi Ankan Jinja Shrine, located within the grounds of Hokkaido Gokoku Jinja Shrine in Asahikawa City, may be small, but it plays a significant role in local religious life. With parking in front and offices in the rear, it's convenient for visiting and praying.

The main deities enshrined are Kitachin Okami, also known as Takeukutsuchi Okami and Tsutsu-no-Okami, along with Sarutahiko Okami, Atago Okami, and Raiden Okami. These deities symbolize traffic safety, fire prevention, disaster prevention, and directional guidance, making the shrine particularly revered by drivers and those working in transportation.

The shrine's most distinctive feature is its car blessing ceremony, where visitors can drive directly to the shrine's main hall for purification and blessings by priests, praying for safe driving. Other worship services are also available, offering prayers for safety and disaster prevention.

While visiting Hokkaido Gokoku Jinja Shrine, consider stopping by Kitajin Ankan Jinja Shrine. This small shrine, dedicated to protecting everyday safety, is perfect for travelers planning a long road trip.

📍 Hanasaki-cho, Asahikawa City, Hokkaido (within the grounds of Hokkaido Gokoku Jinja Shrine)
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Post by Jason906 | Sep 24, 2025