Kanie Shinmei Shrine is a Shinmei shrine dedicated to Amaterasu Omikami, the sun goddess and supreme deity of the Shinto pantheon. As with other Shinmei shrines, it follows the architectural style and religious practices associated with Ise Shrine, maintaining the sacred connection to Japan's most revered deity.
- Denomination
- Shinmei
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Amaterasu Omikami
- Kami enshrined
- Amaterasu Omikami
- Coordinates
- 35.134035, 136.7898555
Visitor tip
Look for the distinctive Shinmei-zukuri architectural style with its straight ridgeline and minimal ornamentation.
Cultural notes
Shinmei shrines are characterized by their simple, elegant architectural style derived from Ise Shrine, featuring clean lines and natural wood construction that emphasizes purity and harmony with nature.