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Shinmei Shrine

神明社

Shinmei-sha

Gifu

Shinmei Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to Amaterasu Omikami, the sun goddess and principal deity of the Shinto pantheon. As a Shinmei-type shrine, it follows the architectural and ritual traditions associated with Ise Grand Shrine, featuring clean lines and natural materials in its construction.

宗派
Shinmei
宗教
shinto
祭神
Amaterasu Omikami
祀られている神
Amaterasu Omikami
座標
35.1113007, 136.8197026

参拝のヒント

Look for the characteristic simple wooden architecture typical of Shinmei-style shrines, which emphasizes purity and natural beauty.

文化的背景

Shinmei shrines are found throughout Japan and serve as local connections to Ise Grand Shrine, allowing communities to worship Amaterasu without making the pilgrimage to Ise. The name 'Shinmei' literally means 'divine brightness,' reflecting the solar nature of the enshrined deity.

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