Otate Hachimangu Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in the heart of New Chitose Airport's city, New Chitose. The shrine was originally built as a way to pray for safe air travel and now serves as a popular tourist destination. Visitors can approach the main torii gate via an open-air walkway that passes over the airport runway, offering a unique perspective on modern transportation technology.
- Denomination
- shinto
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Hachiman
- Kami enshrined
- Hachiman
- Coordinates
- 37.8594855, 138.9862301
Visitor tip
Approach the main torii gate at sunset for a stunning view of the surrounding landscape and the airport's runway.
Cultural notes
Otate Hachimangu Shrine is dedicated to the Shinto god of aviation, Hachiman. The shrine's architecture reflects traditional Japanese designs with modern elements, such as the open-air walkway that spans over the airport runway. Visitors can experience unique festivals and events, including the annual 'Hachimangu Matsuri' festival held in September.
Historical note
The original Otate Hachimangu Shrine was built in 1968 to pray for safe air travel. It was rebuilt at its current location in 2004.