Located in the city of Hamamatsu, Sky White Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the kami of prosperity and good fortune. The shrine's name, 'Tenboshi', which translates to 'Sky White', reflects its connection to the bright and clear sky of the Japanese archipelago. Built during the Edo period, the shrine's architecture features traditional Shinto styles, with a distinctive vermilion-colored gate that welcomes visitors.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Amaterasu
- Kami enshrined
- Amaterasu
- Coordinates
- 34.7080289, 137.9282022
Visitor tip
To avoid heat exhaustion, please arrive early or visit during cooler morning hours when exploring the shrine grounds and adjacent Lake Hamamatsu.
Cultural notes
Sky White Shrine is connected to the mythology of the 'Tenboshi-oki', a storm deity that brings good fortune. Visitors can participate in the annual Tenboshi Matsuri festival, which honors the shrine's patron kami.
Historical note
The shrine was founded in the late 17th century by Tokugawa Iemitsu.