Kuma Shrine

📍 Hokkaido, Sobetsu · 183 Showa-Shinzan, Sobetsu, Abuta District, Hokkaido

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Hours

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Fee

Direct-write

Unknown

Pre-written

Unknown

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About

Founded1920
EnshrinedEmperor Meiji, Empress Shoken
RankImperial Shrine (Kanpei Taisha)
FestivalNovember 3 (Annual Festival)
HeritageHonden (Registered Cultural Property)

History

Byakko

This shrine at the foot of Showa Shinzan honors the bear spirit of northern wilderness. Set amidst volcanic landscape, it watches over human endeavors with both fierce and gentle protection. The shrine connects pilgrims to the sacred bond between humanity and nature.

Benefits

Evil preventionFamily safetyGood fortune

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