【Guardian Deity of Hokkaido】A Healing Power Spot to Experience the Four Seasons: Hokkaido Shrine

🏯【Guardian Deity of Hokkaido】A Healing Power Spot to Experience the Four Seasons: Hokkaido Shrine🌸❄️🍁

📍 Basic Information
• Location: 474 Miyagaoka, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido
• Access: About a 15-minute walk from Maruyama Koen Station on the Tozai Subway Line. The green-lined approach through the park is beautiful, making it perfect for a stroll and visit🌿
• Hours: Summer 6:00–17:00 / Winter 7:00–16:00 (subject to seasonal changes)
• Admission: Free

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🏮 Highlights
• Known as the main guardian shrine of Hokkaido, it serves as a spiritual anchor for the locals. A prestigious shrine that conveys the history of Hokkaido's development.
• The vast grounds feature a tree-lined approach, shrine buildings, and amulet shops scattered throughout. The air is crisp, enveloping visitors in a sacred atmosphere✨
• With spots like the Pioneer Shrine, plum groves, and cherry blossom paths, there are plenty of places to explore and enjoy for a whole day.

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🌸 Seasonal Attractions
• Spring: One of Sapporo's top cherry blossom spots🌸 About 1,400 cherry trees bloom in unison, attracting many locals during the flower-viewing season.
• Summer: Lush greenery and dappled sunlight make for a pleasant visit. A popular season for collecting shrine stamps🍃
• Autumn: A tunnel of autumn leaves appears🍁 A favorite photo spot.
• Winter: The shrine covered in snow is magical❄️ It’s bustling with visitors during New Year’s prayers.

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🍡 Food & Nearby Attractions
• At the "Rokkatei Jingu Chaya" within the shrine grounds, the exclusive sweet "Hangan-sama" (warm grilled mochi) is a big hit!🔥
• After visiting, enjoy a stroll in Maruyama Park or explore nearby attractions like "Maruyama Zoo" and "Maruyama Cafe Street"☕

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🎁 Charms & Experiences
• A wide variety of charms for love, health, work, and more.
• Don’t forget to get a "shrine stamp" after your visit📖
• A popular shrine for weddings and Shichi-Go-San (traditional celebrations for children).

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🚶♀️ Visiting Tips
✔ Mornings are less crowded, offering a serene atmosphere for your visit.
✔ Bring a camera in spring and autumn📸 The scenery is highly photogenic.
✔ The subway + walking route is the most convenient (be cautious of slippery paths in winter).

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🌿 Summary

Hokkaido Shrine, where nature and faith harmonize, is truly Sapporo’s “oasis of the heart.” Surrounded by seasonal landscapes and pure air, it’s a perfect place to refresh your travel-weary soul🍃
Recommended not just for sightseeing but also for spending a relaxing and healing time✨