Nishino Shrine (西野神社)

Flow of the course

About this spot

A shrine in Heiwa, Nishi-ku, long cherished as the guardian shrine of the whole Nishino district. It sits just a little way in from the residential streets, and as you pass through the torii gate the green of the groves envelops you and the air changes. The grounds are well tended and a quiet time flows through them, so you can worship calmly together with children. Purifying your hands at the water basin and putting your palms together at the main hall is a short sequence, yet one that stays in a child's memory. There is plenty of shade, making it well suited to a morning break on a hot day.

Tips

Spend your time quietly on the grounds, and walking to the side rather than down the center of the approach is the polite way. Follow the on-site notices for the conditions of parking use. Mosquitoes can appear in summer, so insect repellent makes the visit more comfortable. Check the official information for the hours of the amulet office.

Best time to visit

About 50 minutes. Visiting in the morning when there are fewer people makes for a calm experience

Access & map

〒063-0021 北海道札幌市西区平和１条３丁目１−１