Located in the heart of Sapporo, Hokkaido's largest city, 鶴居神社 (Tsurigahora Shrine) is a historic Shinto shrine dedicated to the kami Inari Okami, patron deity of rice, agriculture, and industry. The shrine's architecture reflects its Heian period origins, with a wooden torii gate and traditional Japanese-style buildings. Visitors can explore the serene gardens and grounds, which feature several shrines and smaller deities associated with the Tsurigahora family.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Inari, Okami
- Coordinates
- 43.2322961, 144.32141
Visitor tip
To experience the shrine's authentic atmosphere, try visiting at dawn or dusk when the setting sun casts a golden glow through the torii gate.
Cultural notes
As an Inari Shrine, 鶴居神社 is associated with the mythology of rice and agriculture. The shrine also hosts an annual festival in May to celebrate the arrival of spring, featuring traditional dances and offerings to the kami.
Historical note
The shrine was founded in 1869 during the late Edo period, when it was rebuilt on a site considered sacred by the local inhabitants.