Hokkaido's oldest shrine! Ubagami Daijingu Shrine and its summer festival

#0yentravel Ubagami Daijingu Shrine is one of the oldest shrines in Hokkaido, and is said to have been founded in the Heian period. Every August, the Ubagami Daijingu Festival is held, and the sight of gorgeous floats parading through the town is a spectacular sight. This festival is also designated as an Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property of Japan, and attracts many tourists. The shrine grounds are quiet, and there is an atmosphere that evokes history. It is about a 10-minute walk from the center of Esashi, so you can visit while enjoying the townscape.