Shinmeigu is a Shinto shrine in Kanagawa Prefecture dedicated to Amaterasu Omikami, the sun goddess and principal 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, minimalist wooden structures that reflect the purity central to Shinto beliefs.
- Denomination
- Shinmei
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Amaterasu Omikami
- Kami enshrined
- Amaterasu Omikami
- Coordinates
- 35.4784535, 139.6370179
Visitor tip
Look for the characteristic simple wooden architecture typical of Shinmei shrines, which emphasizes natural materials and clean lines.
Cultural notes
Shinmei shrines represent one of the most widespread shrine types in Japan, serving as local centers for the worship of Amaterasu Omikami, who is considered the ancestral deity of the Japanese imperial family and the most important kami in the Shinto pantheon.
Historical note
Shinmei shrines are found throughout Japan as local manifestations of worship for Amaterasu Omikami, the sun goddess enshrined at Ise Grand Shrine. These shrines often served as important spiritual centers for local communities, providing a connection to the imperial divine lineage through Amaterasu worship.