Sapporo Suwa Shrine
A Hidden Gem for Beautiful Seasonal Scenery and Unique Goshuin Stamps
From spring through autumn, “hanachozu”—a decorative water basin filled with seasonal flowers—makes Sapporo Suwa Shrine a photogenic and popular destination for visitors. Paired with colorful umbrellas and lanterns, the shrine becomes a vibrant oasis perfect for your travel photos.
The shrine traces its roots back to 1882, when Tadashi Kamijima, a settler from Shinano (present-day Nagano Prefecture), enshrined a divided spirit of Suwa Shrine from his hometown in a small altar on his estate. Since then, Sapporo Suwa Shrine has been a quiet guardian of the local community.
One of the highlights here is the monthly seasonal goshuin—decorative shrine stamps often featuring embroidered or intricate paper-cut designs that reflect the season. These unique offerings make each visit special and memorable.
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General Information
- Address
- 北海道札幌市東区北12条東1丁目1-10
- Telephone Number
- 011-711-0960
- Open
- Worship is available 24 hours a day.
9:00-17:00 (shrine office) - Car Park
- free
- Directions
- ●By car: About 5 minutes from JR Sapporo Station North Exit
●On foot: About 3 minutes from Kita 13-jo Higashi Subway Station
●On foot: About 8 minutes from Kita 12-jo Subway Station - Website
* Information on facilities is subject to change. Please check each official website for the latest information.
