A Shinto shrine in Gifu Prefecture dedicated to three major kami, as indicated by its name 'Sansha Daimyojin' meaning 'Three Great Bright Deities.' The shrine follows the traditional Japanese practice of enshrining multiple important kami together in a single sacred space.
- Religion
- shinto
- Coordinates
- 35.2497298, 137.0800678
Visitor tip
Look for the characteristic architectural elements that may indicate which three kami are enshrined, as this information is often displayed on shrine plaques or in the main hall design.
Cultural notes
The title 'Daimyojin' is an honorific term meaning 'Great Bright Deity' that was historically applied to particularly revered kami, often those with imperial connections or significant spiritual power in Japanese religious tradition.