REMBRANDT STYLE Group Hotels Near Hassamu Shrine

Stay at Sapporo Hakkan Onsen Hotel, just a 10-minute walk from Hakkan Shrine. This ryokan-style hotel blends traditional Japanese architecture with modern comfort, featuring private outdoor baths (rotenburo) that offer serene views of the shrine’s surroundings. Free shuttle service is available for easy access to the shrine. The hotel also hosts weekend tea ceremony workshops, allowing guests to immerse in Shinto traditions and tranquil rituals.

Take the Sapporo Municipal Subway Tozai Line to "Hakkan Station," then walk about 15 minutes to reach Hakkan Shrine. For convenience, consider HopeGoo a private car transfer, which takes around 20 minutes and offers scenic views of suburban Sapporo. The shrine has ample parking for self-drive visitors. During summer, special shuttle buses run directly to the shrine entrance, greatly enhancing accessibility.

The annual Cherry Blossom Festival in spring draws crowds with hundreds of blooming sakura trees illuminated at night, creating a dreamlike atmosphere. In autumn, the Red Leaf Prayer Festival features traditional music performances and guided meditation walks through golden maple groves. Winter brings the Snow Lantern Festival, showcasing ice sculptures and paper lanterns that cast a soft, mystical glow. All events are free and include hands-on craft stalls—perfect for families and cultural enthusiasts.

Yes! Just beside the shrine lies Hakkan Park, featuring playgrounds, walking trails, and picnic lawns—ideal for family outings. The park includes a small ecological pond where children can observe ducks and fish, promoting nature engagement. Weekends often host family workshops such as making shrine ema (prayer plaques) or nature printing art, blending fun and learning. Nearby cafes serve healthy light meals and traditional Japanese sweets, perfect for relaxing after a visit.

Participate in daily morning prayer ceremonies led by local shrine attendants to experience genuine Shinto rituals. Nearby craft studios offer workshops in washi paper-making and wood carving, using locally sourced materials like Hokkaido cedar and kozo bark. Each first Saturday of the month features a local market selling fresh regional produce and handmade crafts—try Hokkaido seafood and black bean mochi while soaking in authentic community spirit.

The nighttime lighting uses soft warm tones to highlight the shrine’s traditional wooden architecture and stone lantern silhouettes. During the vernal and autumnal equinoxes, the "Night of Light" event features dynamic projections on rooftops and torii gates, depicting mythological tales and seasonal changes. Designed not only for beauty but also for reverence toward nature and kami, this illumination makes it a must-visit spot for photographers.