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Sapporo: Hokkaido Shrine Tour with Rituals, History & Sweets
Sapporo
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Explore the heart of Hokkaido's spirituality and history at Hokkaido Shrine, the region's most significant Shinto shrine. Begin your journey in Maruyama Park, passing through the iconic torii gate into a tranquil setting. Visit the Kaitaku Shrine, where you'll learn about Hokkaido's pioneering past while participating in a temizu water purification ritual. Experience the unique Ezo Squirrel Omikuji fortune-drawing, and unwind at Jingu Chaya with Fuku-Rei Mochi, a delightful rice cake symbolizing good fortune. This immersive tour offers a blend of cultural insights and traditional practices, making it an enriching experience for history enthusiasts and spiritual seekers alike.
- Discover Hok...
Highlights
1 hour
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Omikuji experience
Tasting of mochi sweets
Guided tour of Hokkaido Shrine
Private transportation
Meeting Points
Departure
Maruyama Park Center
The meeting point is in front of the Maruyama Park Center. Your guide will be waiting with a yellow sign. Please refer to the map for details.
Return
Sapporo: Hokkaido Shrine Tour with Rituals, History & Sweets
Sapporo
About
Explore the heart of Hokkaido's spirituality and history at Hokkaido Shrine, the region's most significant Shinto shrine. Begin your journey in Maruyama Park, passing through the iconic torii gate into a tranquil setting. Visit the Kaitaku Shrine, where you'll learn about Hokkaido's pioneering past while participating in a temizu water purification ritual. Experience the unique Ezo Squirrel Omikuji fortune-drawing, and unwind at Jingu Chaya with Fuku-Rei Mochi, a delightful rice cake symbolizing good fortune. This immersive tour offers a blend of cultural insights and traditional practices, making it an enriching experience for history enthusiasts and spiritual seekers alike.
- Discover Hok...
Highlights
1 hour
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Omikuji experience
Tasting of mochi sweets
Guided tour of Hokkaido Shrine
Private transportation
Meeting Points
Departure
Maruyama Park Center
The meeting point is in front of the Maruyama Park Center. Your guide will be waiting with a yellow sign. Please refer to the map for details.
Return
Itinerary
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Maruyama Park
Maruyama Park is a lush natural oasis west of central Sapporo, home to native trees, birds, and squirrels. It is a beloved spot for locals, especially during cherry blossom season, and serves as the gateway to Hokkaido Shrine. Passing through its large torii gate, visitors step from city life into a tranquil, spiritual landscape.
15 minutes
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Hokkaido Jingu
Founded in 1869, Hokkaido Shrine enshrines the deities of pioneering and later Emperor Meiji, symbolizing the spirit of Hokkaido’s development. Within its grounds is Kaitaku Shrine, honoring the island’s early settlers. Visitors can take part in purification rituals, draw the unique Ezo Squirrel fortune, and enjoy traditional sweets at the historic Jingu Chaya.
