Lately, have you been feeling like things just aren't going well, or that you're having bad luck? Or perhaps you feel like you're just not getting the romantic connections you want? If so, why not visit a power spot to recharge your energy? This time, we'll introduce five popular power spots in Sapporo that might just boost your spirits and even help with love!

1. Hokkaido Shrine

When it comes to power spots in Sapporo, Hokkaido Shrine is a must-see. It attracts the most visitors during the New Year's pilgrimage.

This shrine is bustling with many people enjoying cherry blossoms during the cherry blossom season.

The standard cherry tree for Sapporo used to be at Hokkaido Shrine. However, it's now about 80 years old, so its blooming has become delayed. Therefore, in the spring of 2012, the standard tree was changed to a younger cherry tree at the Sapporo Regional Meteorological Observatory. It's a changing of the guard, isn't it? It makes me feel a little sad.

Hokkaido Shrine Office
Address: 474 Miyagaoka, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido
Phone: 011-611-0264
FAX: 011-611-0264

2. Sapporo Nishino Shrine

Sapporo Nishino Shrine is a small shrine located in a residential area surrounded by asphalt. It is said that originally, three small shrines in different villages were merged into one to become Nishino Shrine.

It is especially famous for its blessings in matchmaking, and is therefore popular among young women. It is also believed to bring blessings for safe childbirth and protection from evil, and attracts a large number of visitors.

■Comprehensive website and company log

If you're thinking of visiting Nishino Shrine to receive its positive energy, be sure to check out their website . The shrine's daily log is particularly interesting to read. It's also very convenient as you can check the latest information there.

■A wide variety of amulets are available.

Apparently, there are over 300 different kinds of amulets.APP & WEB SOLUTIONBut you can check them out. There are also very cute charms featuring characters. There are even charms related to sports. They would make great souvenirs. You can also order these charms by mail.
Lots of charms for finding love!

■What about prayers for a safe delivery?

It is said that stroking the dog statue on the temple grounds is a good omen.

■There is a doll memorial service.

Every year, a memorial service is held at 11:00 AM on the first Sunday after the Hina Matsuri (Girls' Day) festival. If you have dolls, stuffed animals, or other items that you can't bring yourself to dispose of, why not have them cremated?

Sapporo Nishino Shrine
Address: 1-1, Heiwa 1-jo 3-chome, Nishi-ku, Sapporo City
Phone: 011-661-8880

3. Sapporo Fushimi Inari Shrine

Sapporo Fushimi Inari Shrine is located at the foot of Mt. Moiwa. It's a shrine with a historical feel, having been established in 1884 (Meiji 17) by branching off from an Inari shrine in Fushimi Ward, Kyoto. Interestingly, the area surrounding this shrine is also called Fushimi.

And speaking of Fushimi Shrine, there are the thousand torii gates. While Sapporo Fushimi Shrine doesn't have a thousand, there are 27 torii gates lined up along the approach to the shrine. If you climb the slope below the torii gates, you will reach the main shrine.
This is what it looks like from above.

■Wish stone

Near the purification fountain is a wish-granting stone, also known as the "living stone." It is said that your wish will be granted if you give up one of your favorite things.

Sapporo Fushimi Shrine
2-2-17 Fushimi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo

4. Soma Shrine

Soma Shrine, located about a 5-minute walk from Sumikawa Station on the Namboku Subway Line, or about 10 minutes from Minami-Hiragishi Station, sits atop a low mountain called Tenjin-yama. Therefore, the steep uphill climb to the shrine is quite a memorable feature. Unfortunately, the photos don't quite capture the steepness of the slope. It's a shame…

This photo was taken on January 21, 2015. The fresh snow is beautiful. This is a fork in the road. The left path is a gentle uphill slope, but it's a longer route. Let's take the left path.

Since it's fresh snow, it's not slippery. It's quiet and beautiful. The temple grounds are surrounded by large trees and are lush with greenery. In autumn, the ginkgo leaves turn yellow, creating a very beautiful sight. The air is also very pure and feels refreshing.

And then we arrived. It was probably less than a five-minute walk from the fork in the road. It took a little longer because of the snowy path.

And then there's the sacred tree. It's said to be over 300 years old. It certainly has that kind of feel. This tree, which has lived far longer than a human lifespan, exudes a powerful energy just by being near it.

Walking around the spacious temple grounds is also good exercise.

■Next door is a ramen shopSapporo Junren Main Store'

Right next to Soma Shrine is Junren, a ramen shop that's always bustling with tourists. It's such a popular ramen shop that it's not uncommon to see people arriving by taxi just to eat there. After receiving some positive energy at Soma Shrine, be sure to stop by on your way home.
Soma Shrine
Address: 1-1, Hiragishi 2-jo 18-chome, Toyohira-ku, Sapporo City

5. (Bonus Episode) TV Dad Shrine

This is a very convenient shrine located on the top floor of the TV Tower. It's also the highest shrine in Sapporo. It's said to bring blessings for family safety, marital harmony, success in love, academic success, and romantic wishes♪

On a nice day, how about taking a leisurely stroll through Odori Park and enjoying the scenery on your way to the TV Tower?

You often get the pleasant smell of corn around here.

The night view is also very beautiful.

There's a gourmet court in the underground shopping area!

After receiving some positive energy at the TV Dad Shrine, head to the underground gourmet court. You'll find ramen shops, soba noodle shops, izakayas, cafes, and more.

TV Dad's Twitter

Pure white! http://t.co/iXl4JIMNqm Amazing Σ(Дﾟ;/)/...

— Sapporo TV Tower (@SAPPORO_TVTOWER) January 20, 2015

Only 3 days left until Dad's Yaki opens!!! — Sapporo TV Tower (@SAPPORO_TVTOWER) January 20, 2015

TV Dad's Twitter account is also quite interesting. You should follow him!

Sapporo TV Tower
Address: 1-chome, Odori West, Chuo-ku, Sapporo City
Phone: 011-241-1131
From Aurora Town subway station, look for exit 27.

Sapporo Power Spot Map

Final thoughts

How did you like our selection of 5 power spots? Of these 5 power spots, all but the TV Dad Shrine are surrounded by abundant nature. The TV Dad Shrine is indoors, but it's located at the edge of Odori Park. There's nature there too. Just looking at such nature can be healing. It's a great way to refresh your mind. By all means, go and visit a power spot!

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