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Shinmeisha Shrine

神明社

Shinmeisha

Gifu

Shinmeisha is a Shinto shrine dedicated to Amaterasu Omikami, the sun goddess and principal deity of the Japanese pantheon. As indicated by its name 'Shinmei,' this shrine follows the tradition of venerating the imperial ancestral deity and is typically characterized by simple, elegant architecture reflecting Ise Grand Shrine's aesthetic.

宗派
Shinmei
宗教
shinto
祭神
Amaterasu Omikami
祀られている神
Amaterasu Omikami
座標
35.1555348, 136.8755812

参拝のヒント

Look for the characteristic simple wooden architecture and clean lines typical of Shinmei shrines dedicated to the sun goddess.

文化的背景

Shinmei shrines are found throughout Japan and serve as regional centers for worship of Amaterasu Omikami. They often feature the distinctive straight rooflines and minimal ornamentation characteristic of Shinmei-zukuri architectural style, emphasizing purity and simplicity in design.

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