Must-visit attractions in Otaru, Japan: Sumiyoshi Shrine’s white snow and red torii gate must not be missed

#日本must-go check-in spots There are thousands of shrines in Japan. Why is Sumiyoshi Shrine in Otaru worth visiting? Because Sumiyoshi Shrine is a shrine in the snow. The red torii gates and the endless road in the distance give people a unique experience of overlooking the mountains. . —⛩Location Search Otaru Sumiyoshi Shrine directly on Google map. The address is 2 Chome-5 Suminoe, Otaru, Hokkaido 047-0014 Japan. It can be reached by various transportation methods. —⛩Opening hours 9:00-17:30 —🎫Fee Ticket price: Free. Sumiyoshi Shrine has an official website where you can see the latest event information. —📎About Sumiyoshi Shrine ⛩We walked all the way from Otaru Jr. Station. There were very few people. It had a unique atmosphere of a small Japanese city. Walking on the snowy streets, I really felt like all my worries were gone. ⛩If you want to take a bus from Sumiyoshi Shrine back to Sapporo, it is highly recommended to take a bus at Minami-Otaru Station. It is very close, only a few hundred meters away. ⛩The shrine is still suitable for taking pictures during the day, and the white snow is quite photogenic. It was evening when we arrived, and it didn’t feel as good as during the day, so you can plan your time.