北海道神宮 / Hokkaido Shrine

北海道神宮是為了祈願北海道的發展而於1869年時所創設的。神宮內的籤詩有英文版和繁體中文版的。也有販賣各種用途的護身符（日文漢字稱為御守）。神宮境內廣闊，旁邊即是札幌市立圓山動物園。特別是在夏天時在這一帶被綠意包圍，在這裡享受森林浴會非常舒服。每年的6月14～16日會在附近舉行祭典活動，會場位於北海道神宮和中島公園，到時會有像小吃等攤販而變得很熱鬧。

Hokkaido Shrine was built in 1869, which coincided with the start of Hokkaido’s prosperity. Omikuji, which means fortune slip, have English and Japanese versions. There are a variety of omamori, or good luck charms, for such things as ease of delivering babies, and protection from car accidents. Hokkaido Shrine's grounds are large, and Maruyama Zoo is located nearby. As the grounds of the shrine are covered with trees, walking through this wooded area is enjoyable, especially in summer. The shrine's festival is held from June 14-16 every year at both the shrine and Nakajima Park. Food stands and other temporary shops and stands are there, and people have a good time eating, and buying souvenirs.