A Shinmei shrine located in the coastal Moroiso area of Miura City, Kanagawa Prefecture. As a Shinmei shrine, it is dedicated to Amaterasu Omikami, the sun goddess and principal deity of the Shinto pantheon. The shrine serves the local fishing community in this scenic coastal region of the Miura Peninsula.
- Denomination
- Shinmei
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Amaterasu Omikami
- Kami enshrined
- Amaterasu Omikami
- Coordinates
- 35.1542707, 139.6099296
Visitor tip
The shrine is located in a picturesque coastal area known for its beaches and scenic ocean views.
Cultural notes
Shinmei shrines are dedicated to Amaterasu Omikami and are found throughout Japan, often serving as important spiritual centers for local communities. The coastal location reflects the connection between Shinto practice and Japan's maritime culture.