Miho Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the goddess of grain, rice, and fertility in the city of Nanyo, Okayama Prefecture. The shrine's main building is a wooden structure with a tiled roof, typical of traditional Japanese architecture from the Heian period (794-1185 CE). The shrine complex also features several small shrines and altars dedicated to various kami, including the sun goddess Amaterasu and the god of war Susanoo.
- Denomination
- shinto
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Yatagarasu
- Kami enshrined
- Yatagarasu, Himemori-no-Kami
- Coordinates
- 35.1382798, 134.2067736
Visitor tip
To avoid waiting, visit Miho Shrine early in the morning or late in the evening when the sun is not too high, and the crowds are smaller.
Cultural notes
Miho Shrine is famous for its annual festival, the Nanyo-tsu Festival, which takes place in September. During this time, visitors can enjoy traditional music, dance, and food stalls while offering prayers to the goddess of grain and fertility.
Historical note
The shrine was built in the 14th century during the Muromachi period (1336-1573 CE), but its origins date back to the Heian period.