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Biei, Hokkaido
Biei Shrine
美瑛神社
A shrine in Biei town known for heart-shaped inome details. It suits a quiet town stop between countryside outings, with extra time needed from the station.
What to see
- Heart-shaped inome details
- The town shrine precinct
Traditions & prayers
Traditionally associated with these prayers. Associations describe worship traditions, not guaranteed results.
Prayer sourceEnshrined kami
Amaterasu Omikami · Izanagi no Kami · Izanami no Kami · Ketsumiko no Kami · Okuninushi no Kami
A short history
Settlers brought a divided spirit from Kumano in 1897. The shrine adopted the Biei name in 1907 and moved to its present Higashimachi site in 1995.
Before you go
Hokkaido tourism associates visits with prayers for relationships; no outcome is promised. The website link leads to the Hokkaido shrine association’s entry. Its legal address differs from the visitor address shown above.
First shrine visit: etiquette & offerings →Location
4-1-1 Higashimachi, Biei, Kamikawa District, Hokkaido
43.58855, 142.47645 · Representative point in the shrine precinct, checked on the GSI map. It is not a certified visitor entrance or a step-free route. · Location source
Sources
Details checked 2026-10-08. Check the official site for changes before visiting.