Hitotsugi Shinmei Shrine is a local Shinmei shrine in Gifu Prefecture dedicated to Amaterasu Omikami, the sun goddess and principal deity of the Shinto pantheon. As a Shinmei shrine, it follows the architectural and ritual traditions associated with Ise Grand Shrine, serving the local community with worship of the solar deity.
- Denomination
- Shinmei
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Amaterasu Omikami
- Kami enshrined
- Amaterasu Omikami
- Coordinates
- 35.0181079, 137.0247228
Visitor tip
Look for the characteristic simple wooden architecture typical of Shinmei shrines, which reflects the pure aesthetic of Ise Grand Shrine.
Cultural notes
Shinmei shrines are characterized by their dedication to Amaterasu Omikami and their architectural connection to Ise Grand Shrine. These shrines often feature simple, elegant wooden structures that emphasize purification and the sacred nature of solar worship.