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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. ...

Setakamui Rock ( セタカムイ岩 ) is a unique-looking rock along the coast. It is located at Okicho in the town of Furubira, Furubira District in Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan . Setakamui Rock Setakamui Rock Details “ Setakamui ” means “ dog god ” in the Ainu language, and this towering rock formation carries a legend as touching as its name. According to local folklore, the rock was formed from a loyal pet dog who waited endlessly for its master, a fisherman who set out to sea and never came back.  Setakamui Rock - Furubira town, Hokkaido Prefecture Over time, the dog turned to stone, still gazing out toward the ocean. Some say the rock resembles a dog howling to the sky, its silhouette standing as a lasting symbol of loyalty and sorrow along the rugged coast of Furubira. “Dog God” in Stone Setakamui Rock rises approximately 80 meters high and is said to resemble a howling dog. Its name comes from the Ainu word Setakamui , meaning "dog god." According to local legend, a loyal ...