Shinmeisha is a Shinto shrine in Gifu Prefecture dedicated to Amaterasu Omikami, the sun goddess and supreme deity of the Shinto pantheon. As a Shinmei shrine, it follows the architectural and ritual traditions associated with the worship of Amaterasu, typically featuring clean lines and natural materials in its construction.
- Denomination
- Shinmei
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Amaterasu Omikami
- Kami enshrined
- Amaterasu Omikami
- Coordinates
- 35.2441888, 136.9697084
Visitor tip
Look for the characteristic simple wooden architecture typical of Shinmei shrines, which emphasizes purity and natural beauty.
Cultural notes
Shinmei shrines are directly connected to Ise Grand Shrine, Japan's most sacred Shinto site, and serve as local centers for the worship of Amaterasu Omikami. The name 'Shinmei' literally means 'divine brightness,' reflecting the solar nature of the principal deity.