Yamaguchi Shrine
📍 Hokkaido, Sapporo · Tegoe Yamaguchizan 552-1, Teine-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido
About
Founded1920
EnshrinedEmperor Meiji, Empress Shoken
RankImperial Shrine (Kanpei Taisha)
FestivalNovember 3 (Annual Festival)
HeritageHonden (Registered Cultural Property)
Website www.meijijingu.or.jp/en/
History
Perched on Yamaguchi peak in Sapporo's Teine district, this shrine honors the mountain as a sacred presence. It has long protected climbers and adventurers seeking to commune with nature's majesty. From its elevated vantage point, the shrine watches over the city below and all who venture up its slopes. Its blessings grant courage and protection to those who respect the mountain's power.
Benefits
safety blessingmountain protectiongood fortune