A local Shinmei shrine in Kanagawa Prefecture dedicated to the sun goddess Amaterasu. Like other Shinmei shrines, it follows the architectural and ritual traditions associated with Ise Grand Shrine, serving as a community center for Shinto worship and local festivals.
This small neighborhood shrine in Kanagawa Prefecture is dedicated to Amaterasu Ōmikami, the sun goddess and supreme deity of the Shinto pantheon, as indicated by its "Shinmei" designation. Local residents visit to pray for family protection, good health, and prosperity, while the shrine serves as an important spiritual anchor for the surrounding community. The shrine maintains the traditional connection between worshippers and the divine light of Amaterasu, offering a place for daily prayers and seasonal festivals that strengthen neighborhood bonds.
- 宗派
- Shinmei
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Amaterasu Omikami
- 祀られている神
- Amaterasu Omikami
- 座標
- 35.1450095, 139.6160522
参拝のヒント
Look for the distinctive simple wooden architecture typical of Shinmei shrines, which emphasizes natural materials and clean lines.
文化的背景
Shinmei shrines are characterized by their connection to Ise Grand Shrine and the imperial lineage through Amaterasu worship. The name 'Waka' (young) may indicate this shrine's relationship to a parent shrine or its founding as a branch shrine.