Kiriwari Shinmei Shrine 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 Ise Grand Shrine.
Dedicated to Amaterasu Omikami, the sun goddess and supreme deity of the Shinto pantheon, this shrine serves as a spiritual center for the local community seeking divine protection and blessings. Worshippers come here to pray for family safety, good health, and prosperity, particularly drawing upon the nurturing and life-giving powers associated with the solar deity. The shrine maintains the traditional connection between the imperial lineage and local communities, as Amaterasu is revered as the ancestral kami of the Japanese imperial family and the source of divine authority.
- Denomination
- Shinmei
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Amaterasu Omikami
- Kami enshrined
- Amaterasu Omikami
- Coordinates
- 35.4607614, 139.5378916
Visitor tip
Look for the characteristic simple wooden architecture typical of Shinmei shrines when visiting.
Cultural notes
Shinmei shrines are characterized by their dedication to Amaterasu Omikami and their architectural style that often reflects the sacred design elements of Ise Grand Shrine, the most important Shinto shrine in Japan.