Hokkaido Jingu Tongu Shrine (北海道神宮頓宮)

Flow of the course

About this spot

This shrine was set up in the city center back when it was difficult to travel all the way to Hokkaido Jingu in Maruyama for worship. Although it occupies a corner surrounded by buildings, the air changes once you pass through the torii gate, and the shade of the trees feels cool. The guardian lion-dogs placed in the precinct have been cherished since long ago, and comparing their expressions with your children can lead to fun discoveries. It is just the right place to make a little quiet time in an afternoon of walking around. From here you take the streetcar back to Yamahana and head at last for the water.

Tips

The precinct is small, so agree in advance to walk quietly rather than run. It is also a good chance to teach children the etiquette of worship. Parking spaces are limited, so public transport is the safer choice. There is a subway station nearby, and transferring toward the Yamahana area is smooth.

Best time to visit

About 30 minutes. You can spend the hot part of the afternoon in the shade of the trees

Access & map

10, Minami 2-jo Higashi 3-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido 060-0052