Hokkaido Shrine

北海道神宮

4.6Est. 40Sapporo, Hokkaido

The shrine’s dense forest setting within Maruyama Park provides a quiet, removed quality. During the early May cherry blossom peak, arrive on a weekday before 10 AM for a calm viewing. At any time of year, skip the paved road for the 15-minute nature trail through the trees.

Practical info

Japanese name: 北海道神宮
Nearest station: Maruyama-koen Station (15 min walk)
Payment: Cash only
Reservations: not required

Accessibility

Wheelchair entranceWheelchair parkingWheelchair restroom

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