Located in the scenic Shimane Prefecture, Himeji-jinja Shrine is dedicated to a powerful and revered kami. This Shinto shrine is notable for its unique architecture, reflecting regional styles from the Edo period. Visitors can explore the shrine's impressive vermilion gates, tranquil gardens, and sacred forests.
- Religion
- shinto
- Kami enshrined
- Ama-no-Uzume, Hokuto no Okami
- Coordinates
- 34.3395447, 132.514053
Visitor tip
To make the most of your visit, be sure to remove your shoes before entering the shrine's main hall and dress modestly to show respect for the kami.
Cultural notes
Himeji-jinja Shrine is closely associated with the mythology of the region's founding myth, which tells the story of how the first emperor of Japan, Jimmu, established his capital at Himeji. The shrine also hosts an annual spring festival, called 'Haru no Matsuri', to celebrate the kami's power and protection.
Historical note
Founded during the Muromachi period (1336-1573), this shrine has been rebuilt several times due to natural disasters.