Shinmei Shrine is a Shinto shrine in Gifu Prefecture dedicated to Amaterasu Omikami, the sun goddess and principal deity of the Japanese imperial family. As a Shinmei shrine, it follows the architectural and ritual traditions associated with Ise Grand Shrine, emphasizing purification and reverence for the solar deity.
- Denomination
- Shinmei
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Amaterasu Omikami
- Kami enshrined
- Amaterasu Omikami
- Coordinates
- 35.2580988, 136.651029
Visitor tip
Visit during sunrise or sunset to experience the shrine's connection to solar worship.
Cultural notes
Shinmei shrines are characterized by their connection to Amaterasu and often feature clean, simple architectural lines reminiscent of Ise Grand Shrine. They serve as local centers for worship of the sun goddess throughout Japan.