Located in the heart of Sapporo, Hokkaido's largest city, Okurashima Shrine is a Shinto sanctuary dedicated to the protection and prosperity of travelers and the community. As one of the most iconic shrines in Hokkaido, it attracts visitors from all over Japan with its serene atmosphere and rich history.
- 宗派
- shinto
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Izanagi-no-Okami
- 祀られている神
- Izanagi-no-Okami, Inari, Shinto Kami of the Sea
- 座標
- 43.0343273, 141.3606367
参拝のヒント
To fully appreciate the shrine's beauty, visit at dawn or dusk when the soft golden light illuminates the tranquil gardens and vermilion torii gates.
文化的背景
Okurashima Shrine is closely associated with the legend of the 'Island of the Gods,' a mystical place said to exist between Hokkaido and the neighboring island of Sakhalin. The shrine's primary enshrined deity, Izanagi-no-Okami, is believed to have visited this sacred site during his journey to create the islands.
歴史
The shrine was established during the Edo period (1603-1868) as a sacred site for travelers crossing the island of Hokkaido.