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Sumiyoshi Shrine ( 小樽住吉神社 ) is one of the main shrines in Otaru City. It is located at 2 Chome-5-1 Suminoe, Otaru City, Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan . Sumiyoshi Shrine Sumiyoshi Shrine Details Sumiyoshi Shrine stands as a testament to the region’s rich history and enduring spiritual traditions. Its story dates back to the mid-19th century, reflecting both the cultural and historical growth of Hokkaido. Sumiyoshi Shrine - Otaru City, Hokkaido Prefecture A Shrine with a Storied Past In 1864, Kikuchi Shigetaka , chief priest of Hakodate Hachimangu Shrine, petitioned the Hakodate Magistrate’s Office to enshrine Sumiyoshi Okami as the guardian deity of both Otarunai and Takashima. With approval from the Temples and Shrines Magistrate, the shrine was initially established near the Otarunai transport shed in June 1866. Sumiyoshi Shrine 's Main Torii Gate 小樽住吉神社 History of Sumiyoshi Shrine Sumiyoshi Shrine grounds The steps leading up to the main hall Plans to construct a perma...

Otaru Steam Locomotive Museum ( 蒸気機関車資料館 ) is a train museum that is part of the Otaru City Museum. It is located at 1 Chome-3-6 Temiya, Otaru City in Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan . Otaru Steam Locomotive Museum Otaru Steam Locomotive Museum Details The Otaru Steam Locomotive Museum is a fascinating train museum located at 1 Chome-3-6 Temiya, Otaru City, Hokkaido, Japan . As part of the Otaru City General Museum , the Steam Locomotive Museum offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore the history of Hokkaido’s railways, steam engines, and railway technology. Otaru Steam Locomotive Museum - Otaru City, Hokkaido Prefecture A Historic Location The museum’s Main Building sits on 5.8 hectares of the former Temiya Line and Temiya Station, known as the birthplace of railways in Hokkaido. The site includes three facilities: the Railway , Science and History Museum , and the Steam Locomotive Museum , which is an expansive outdoor exhibition area showcasing historic railway vehi...