[2025 Otaru Attraction] Travel Guide for Sumiyoshi Shrine (Updated May)

#Travel itinerary Otaru, a must-visit on your Sapporo trip! I went there last summer and visited again in winter!! Otaru, where I realized why people say winter is the real deal! It was snowing and it was really pretty!! And this time, I enjoyed it for 2 days and 1 night 🏷️ Recommended day trip itinerary - Get off at Otaru Station > Triangle Market > Minami Otaru Train > Sakaimachi Street (Merchen Intersection_Orgel Doh, Dessert, Kitaichi Hall, etc.) > Otaru Canal (Night View) - Otaru Station Or - Get off at Minami Otaru Station > Train > Sakaimachi Street > Otaru Canal 🏷️ What if you visit for 2 days and 1 night? -Otaru Aquarium -Tenguyama Observatory -Sumiyoshi Shrine -Old Temiya Line Railway -Love Letter Hill #Otaru #Otaru Travel #Sapporo Suburb Travel #Hokkaido Travel #Japan Travel

#Travel guide #Japan travel #Shrine #Castle #Temple #Jingu Travel knowledge that is more fun when you know it While traveling in Japan, I often come across places that look similar but have completely different roles and meanings, so I compared them and wrote them down!! 1. Shrine A place of worship for Shinto, Japan's unique religion, where various gods are enshrined! Features include torii (red gate), purification water, ema (wish cards), and amulets, Representative places include Fushimi Inari Shrine (Kyoto) and Meiji Shrine (Tokyo)! 2. Shrine This is a term used to refer to shrines with particularly high status and status among shrines! It has the characteristic of enshrining gods who are deeply related to the Japanese imperial family, and it has many large and historically important places! 3. Temple A temple for Buddhist practice and worship, where Buddha and various Bodhisattvas are enshrined. Characteristics include pagodas, Buddhist statues, incense burners, monks, and sutras! Representative temples include Kiyomizu-dera (Kyoto) and Senso-ji (Tokyo). 4. Castles In the past, samurai lived here and were fortresses for warfare, and were political and military strongholds and symbols of regional rule. Characteristics include the main tower, moat, stone walls, and castle gates. Representative locations include Himeji Castle, Nagoya Castle, and Osaka Castle. Travel tips! When visiting a shrine/shrine: Bow in front of the torii, wash your hands, bow twice, and clap once When visiting a temple: Burn incense and maintain a quiet atmosphere When visiting a castle: Enjoy historical exhibitions, observation decks, and uniform experience corners If you understand these four locations, your trip to Japan will be more interesting and profound.

#TravelGuide #JapanTravel #JapaneseShrines There are some basic etiquettes when visiting a Japanese shrine. First of all, when passing the torii (鳥居) at the entrance of the shrine, it is polite to bow slightly and greet before passing. The torii is the boundary between the sacred and secular space, so it is better to walk to the left or right, thinking that the center is the path that the gods walk. When you enter a shrine, there is usually a temizuya (手水舎, temizuya) near the entrance, where you perform a ritual to purify your hands and mouth. Hold the ladle (ひしゃく) with your right hand, wash your left hand, then hold it with your left hand, wash your right hand, then hold it with your right hand again, pour water into your left hand, rinse your mouth, and spit it out. Finally, wash the handle of the ladle and put it back in its place. After purification, go to the main shrine to pay your respects, and the order is ‘2 bows, 2 claps, 1 bow.’ First, put a coin in the offering box (usually 5 yen, as it is said to bring good fortune), bow deeply twice, clap your hands twice, pray or make a wish in your heart, and bow once more at the end. When visiting, it is important to act quietly and calmly, and be careful not to disturb other visitors who are praying. Only take pictures where it is permitted, and refrain from taking pictures of people praying or taking selfies. Also, since the shrine is a religious space, it is polite to avoid wearing clothes that are too revealing or like swimsuits, and to dress neatly. Overall, if you visit quietly and politely, you will leave a good impression on everyone.

#springwander If you’re visiting Otaru in spring, Sumiyoshi Shrine is a hidden gem for cherry blossom lovers! This peaceful shrine is surrounded by beautiful sakura trees, creating a dreamy pink tunnel when they are in full bloom. It’s the perfect place for a quiet stroll while enjoying the fresh spring air. The contrast between the traditional shrine architecture and the delicate cherry blossoms makes for some stunning photos. Whether you’re looking for a serene escape or a new cherry blossom spot in Hokkaido, this shrine is definitely worth a visit! Why You Should Visit: ✔ Stunning cherry blossoms surrounding the shrine ✔ A quiet, less crowded spot to enjoy spring 📍 Address: Otaru, Hokkaido, Japan #Otaru #Hokkaido #Japan #Sakura #CherryBlossoms #SpringTravel

It takes about 25 minutes to walk from Otaru Station to Sumiyoshi Shrine, which is about 2 km away. You can enjoy the snowy street scene along the way. From the torii to the main hall, the entire Sumiyoshi Shrine is covered with thick white snow. The red torii is surrounded by a blockade because of the snow. Climb up the snow-covered stairs to the main hall. Looking back, you can still see the sea. The road extends all the way to the seaside. The scenery is very beautiful. There are not many tourists here, the whole shrine is very quiet, you can slowly appreciate the beauty of the shrine #MarchGoodPlaces2025

🗺️【Route】 Day 1: New Chitose - Asahikawa Day 2: Asahiyama Zoo Day 3: Shirokane Aoike Pond, Shirahige Falls, Biei Shrine Day 4: Otaru Aquarium, Sumiyoshi Shrine Day 5: Hokkaido Shrine, Hokkaido Kaitaku Mura Day 6: National Takino Suzuran Park, Takino Reien Day 7: Sapporo - New Chitose 🥘【Must-eat gourmet food】 1. Genghis Khan Daikokuya Asahikawa Genghis Khan Daikokuya Asahikawa 5-chome Branch (Main Branch) 2. RAZAN Charcoal Grilled Yakiniku Susukino Branch 🏠【Recommended accommodation】 1. Vessel Inn Sapporo Nakajima Park Liquor Store 2. Hotel WBF Grande Asahikawa Hotel WBF Grande Asahikawa

If you go to Otaru, you should definitely visit this shrine!! Introducing the beautiful Otaru Sumiyoshi Shrine with its rows of ginkgo trees 💁♀️ 1 hour by train from Sapporo 🚃 The train journey with its spectacular views from the train window will take you to Otaru Station. Let's go and get lots of power!! From the temple grounds, you can see the Sea of ​​Japan ✨ Why not visit the dragon hole Otaru Shrine to recharge your energy 💛✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼✼• •┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼➸Tips︎︎︎︎︎︎☑︎If you're lucky, you might even be able to meet a wild Hokkaido squirrel︎︎︎︎︎︎☑︎The flower water fountain is currently closed for a limited time✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼➸Recommended spot information📍Otaru Sumiyoshi Shrine ✤Address: 2-5 Suminoe, Otaru, Hokkaido✤Access: Get off at JR Hokkaido Minami-Otaru Station▶︎8 minutes on foot✤Opening hours: 24 hours✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼ #0 yen trip January 2025 #shrine tour

"The end of the sea is Otaru"❄️ I finally at the end of 2024 Arrived at the long-awaited white snowfield There are few places that are more beautiful than fantasy. The beauty of Otaru is purer blue and white than I imagined when I was a child 📍Otaru Tengu Mountain 📍Otaru Sumiyoshi Shrine ❄️🤍 Thank you 2024 for bringing me here, and thank you for being more active than I thought.

#getgoing2025 Otaru Sochinju Sumiyoshi Shrine is the largest shrine in Otaru and has been worshipped for a long time. The history of this shrine began when it was established in 1864 as the general guardian of both districts of "Otarnai" and "Takashima", and boasts a history of more than 160 years. The bright red torii that rows to the side path of the shrine is one of the highlights. Also, if you are lucky, you may encounter an ezo squirrel. If you climb the stone steps and look back, you can also see the magnificent view of the path leading straight to the sea. At Sumiyoshi Shrine, various prayers are held, such as Shichigosan pilgrimage, healing of illness, and exorcism for the year of bad luck.

It was the first time I saw a red torii gate in the snow The view is pure red and white This torii gate is very small, and you can reach the top with your hand 🌊Walk along the stone steps to the top, and you can see the sea of Otaru when you look back! The line "The end of the sea is Otaru" in the movie "Love Letter" comes true at this moment ✨And! There are very few people in this shrine, and other attractions in Otaru are crowded with people. It is empty and quiet here, and the snow is thick. Every place is very good for taking photos 📍Navigation: Sumiyoshi Shrine ⛩️Get off at Minami-Otaru Station, and you can see the gate of Sumiyoshi Shrine after a few minutes' walk 🕙The whole shrine is not big, and it takes about an hour to walk around and take photos 🚶Minami-Otaru Station - Sumiyoshi Shrine - Music Box Museum - Otaru Shopping Street - Otaru Canal, all within walking distance Finally, go to Mount Tengu, so you can arrange a day trip to Otaru in the best way

Sumiyoshi Shrine, an old shrine, beautiful photos, if you travel to Osaka, you must not miss this place. It is an old shrine that many Japanese people like to visit. There are many photo spots. The highlight is the red bridge. You can also make a wish. This place is very sacred. It is easy to travel by train to the front of the temple. The temple grounds are wide. There are many places to walk and visit. It is shady, with many big trees. The atmosphere is very good. #visitOsaka

#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.