Yoshioka Shinmeisha is a Shinmei shrine in Kanagawa 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, often featuring simple, elegant wooden structures that emphasize purity and natural beauty.
Enshrines Amaterasu Omikami, the sun goddess and supreme deity of the Shinto pantheon, serving as a local guardian shrine for the surrounding community. Worshippers visit to pray for general protection, good fortune, and spiritual purification, as is traditional at Shinmei shrines dedicated to the sun goddess. The shrine maintains the classical Shinmei architectural style associated with Amaterasu worship, providing a sacred space for locals to connect with Japan's most revered kami.
- Denomination
- Shinmei
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Amaterasu Omikami
- Kami enshrined
- Amaterasu Omikami
- Coordinates
- 35.4310986, 139.4149436
Cultural notes
Shinmei shrines are dedicated to Amaterasu Omikami and are considered among the most sacred in Shinto, with Ise Grand Shrine being the most prominent example. These shrines typically maintain traditional architectural styles and emphasize ritual purity in their practices.