• Hokkaido Jingu - The tour kicks off at The Hokkaido Shrine, established in 1869 by the emperor’s decree to aid Hokkaido’s early settlers. This shrine honors the Shinto deities linked to Hokkaido and is nestled within the verdant 70-hectare Maruyama Park. The area is stunning in every season. A highlight of the tour is the chance to “reach into a box” and draw a strip of paper with a fortune message. Participants can also choose an omamori (amulet), which includes options for safe travel, recovery from illness, safe childbirth, and success in academics or work, among other blessings. Additionally, tour members can write on a wooden “ema” (votive tablet) and tie it to a wooden stand at the shrine. The guide will assist with these shrine rituals and teach basic shrine etiquette to ensure respect for the deities.
• Sapporo Central Wholesale Market Jogai Market - The next stop is The Central Wholesale Market, a favorite among locals and tourists alike. With over 80 shops and restaurants, it’s a seafood lover’s paradise, offering snow and king crab, urchin, salmon, scallops, oysters, bluefin tuna, and more. Visitors can choose their seafood and enjoy it raw or grilled. The market also features numerous stalls with fresh fruits and vegetables, making it a popular spot for local shoppers. The guide can recommend a reasonably priced fresh seafood lunch nearby and help translate fish names from Japanese to English.
• Shiroi Koibito Park - After lunch, the Shiroi Koibito Confectionery Theme Park awaits. The visit begins on the 3rd floor, where guests can watch the handmade production of sweets on the factory’s conveyor belts, from baking to packaging. Visitors have the option to purchase a Shiroi Koibito “cookie tin” (containing either 36 or 54 cookies, fees apply), complete with a personalized photo. Then, join a chocolate tasting session and decorate a Shiroi Koibito cookie (fees apply). Finally, explore the entire Shiroi Koibito Park and enjoy various activities. A delightful 2-hour experience!

• All entry/admission tickets to each attraction/sightseeing spot listed on the tour itinerary
• English speaking tour guide
• Transportation fee from Sapporo Station to all listed destinations and activities

• Lunch
• Accommodation

This tour beautifully blends a religious theme, focusing on Hokkaido’s “Shrine” Shintoism, an ancient Japanese religion, with a “foodie” experience. The Central Wholesale Market will captivate visitors with its incredibly fresh fruits, vegetables, and seafood. Enjoy seasonal delicacies at affordable prices. Explore the Shiroi Koibito Theme Park, a confectionery attraction known for producing Sapporo’s famous treat: a chocolate cookie nestled between langue de chat biscuits. Witness the creation process and enjoy tasting these delightful sweets.

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