Kaminohashira Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in Misato, Miyazaki Prefecture. The shrine is known for its connection to ancient Shinto traditions and serves as an important spiritual center for the local community.
- Denomination
- Shinto
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Amaterasu Omikami and other kami
- Kami enshrined
- Amaterasu Omikami
- Coordinates
- 31.732143, 131.0718341
Visitor tip
The shrine offers a peaceful atmosphere for prayer and reflection, typical of rural Miyazaki shrines.
Cultural notes
The name 'Kaminohashira' literally means 'divine pillar,' referring to the sacred pillars that are fundamental elements in Shinto shrine architecture and cosmology.
Historical note
The shrine has ancient origins and has served as a place of worship for generations in the Miyazaki region. Like many shrines in Kyushu, it reflects the deep Shinto traditions that have been preserved in this area of Japan.