Mimo Shrine is a Shinto shrine in Gifu Prefecture dedicated to Emperor Keitai, the 26th Emperor of Japan according to traditional records. The shrine serves as an important site for honoring this ancient imperial figure who ruled during the early 6th century.
- Denomination
- Imperial
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Emperor Keitai
- Kami enshrined
- Emperor Keitai
- Founding
- Ancient period
- Coordinates
- 35.2993193, 136.7526793
Visitor tip
The shrine offers a quiet atmosphere for reflection on Japan's ancient imperial history.
Cultural notes
Emperor Keitai is notable in Japanese mythology and history as potentially representing a new dynasty, with some scholars suggesting he may have been from a different lineage than previous emperors, making this shrine significant for understanding early imperial succession.
Historical note
The shrine is associated with Emperor Keitai (r. 507-531), who is considered a significant figure in early Japanese history as he may represent the beginning of a new imperial lineage. Emperor Keitai's reign marked important developments in Japan's political structure and relationships with the Korean peninsula.