Shinmei Shrine is a Shinto shrine in Nara Prefecture dedicated to Amaterasu Omikami, the sun goddess and supreme deity of the Shinto pantheon. As a Shinmei shrine, it follows the tradition of venerating the solar deity who is considered the ancestral goddess of the imperial family.
- Denomination
- Shinmei
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Amaterasu Omikami
- Kami enshrined
- Amaterasu Omikami
- Coordinates
- 33.5360155, 135.7437643
Visitor tip
Look for the characteristic simple architectural style typical of Shinmei shrines, which often reflects the ancient design traditions associated with Ise Grand Shrine.
Cultural notes
Shinmei shrines are among the most widespread shrine types in Japan, all dedicated to Amaterasu Omikami. The name 'Shinmei' literally means 'divine brightness' in reference to the sun goddess's radiant nature.