Located in the scenic town of Kitamieshi, Hokkaido's longest river, Ishikari River, flows through the grounds of this Shinto shrine. Dedicated to the kami, Tsuneyuki and Tsuneko, patron deities of fishermen, the shrine is a sacred site for the local fishing community. The shrine's architecture blends traditional Japanese designs with modern elements, reflecting its role as a cultural and spiritual center in rural Hokkaido.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Tsuneyuki and Tsuneko
- Kami enshrined
- Tsuneyuki, Tsuneko
- Coordinates
- 42.1413946, 139.9189556
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's scenic beauty, visit at dawn or dusk to witness the soft, golden light illuminating the surrounding landscape and the vermilion torii gate.
Cultural notes
The shrine hosts a lively annual 'Sakura Matsuri' festival in late March, celebrating the arrival of spring with traditional performances, food stalls, and festivities dedicated to Tsuneyuki and Tsuneko. Locals also believe that on the seventh day after the new year (Oshogatsu), the shrine's kami grant good fortune to fishermen for the coming year.
Historical note
Established during the Edo period (1603-1867), long before the Meiji Restoration.