A Shinmei shrine in Gifu Prefecture dedicated to Amaterasu Omikami, the sun goddess and chief deity of the Shinto pantheon. As indicated by its name combining 'Shinmei' and 'Ikuta', this shrine likely has connections to both the imperial cult of Amaterasu and the ancient Ikuta lineage of shrines.
- Denomination
- Shinmei
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Amaterasu Omikami
- Kami enshrined
- Amaterasu Omikami
- Coordinates
- 35.2784844, 136.8765163
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 and often feature simple, austere architectural styles reminiscent of the Grand Shrine of Ise. The 'Ikuta' designation suggests possible historical connections to other prominent Ikuta shrines in Japan.