Shinmei Shrine is a Shinto shrine in Gifu 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 the worship of Amaterasu, typically featuring clean lines and natural materials in its construction.
- Denomination
- Shinmei
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Amaterasu Omikami
- Kami enshrined
- Amaterasu Omikami
- Coordinates
- 35.3130644, 137.1454635
Visitor tip
Look for the characteristic simple, elegant architecture typical of Shinmei shrines, which emphasizes natural wood and clean geometric forms.
Cultural notes
Shinmei shrines are among the most widespread shrine types in Japan, all tracing their spiritual lineage to Ise Grand Shrine. They serve as local centers for the worship of Amaterasu Omikami, reinforcing her role as the ancestral deity of the imperial family and the spiritual heart of Japanese Shinto practice.