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10 Things to Do in Furubira Furubira ( 古平町 ) is a picturesque coastal town in Hokkaido’s Shiribeshi Subprefecture, Japan . The town is well known for its stunning coastline and popular camping sites. The origin of its name is debated, with several theories based on the town’s topography. It may derive from the Ainu words hure-pira,  which means “ red cliff ”, or hur-pira,  meaning “ hill cliff ”. For those planning to visit this scenic coastal town to check what it has to offer, here are the 10 Things to Do in Furubira :   Furubira manhole cover design 1. Be sure to take a photo of Furubira’s unique manhole cover designs . I spotted two distinctive designs, both commonly seen around town. The colored version of one of them is also on display inside the town hall.   Furubira Ebisu Shrine 2. Visit Furubira Ebisu Shrine ( 古平 恵比須神社 ) , one of the town’s main shrines. It’s a serene place to pay respects and offer prayers, located right in the heart of Furubira....

Furubira Ebisu Shrine ( 古平 恵比須神社 ) is one of the main shrines of the town of Furubira. It is located at 989 Hamacho in the town of Furubira, Furubira District in Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan . Furubira Ebisu Shrine Furubira Ebisu Shrine Details Furubira Ebisu Shrine is a serene, coastal Shinto shrine with deep historical and cultural roots in the fishing town of Furubira, Hokkaido. Dedicated to Yae Kotoshironushi no Mikoto , a deity associated with good fortune and fishing, the shrine is a spiritual anchor for the local community and an insightful stop for travelers exploring the Shakotan coastline. Furubira Ebisu Shrine - Furubira town, Hokkaido Prefecture A Shrine with Over 175 Years of History Founded in 1847 during the tenure of Shirokawa Chojiro , manager of the Furubira Basho (trading post), the shrine was originally built atop a hill on the ruins of Hamamachi. It was officially recognized as a village shrine in 1875 , with August 20 set as its annual festival date. ...