Hatta Shinmei Shrine is a Shinto shrine in Gifu Prefecture dedicated to Amaterasu Omikami, the sun goddess and primary deity of the Japanese pantheon. As a Shinmei shrine, it follows the architectural and ritual traditions associated with the worship of Amaterasu, typically featuring clean lines and sacred symbolism related to solar worship.
- Denomination
- Shinmei
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Amaterasu Omikami
- Kami enshrined
- Amaterasu Omikami
- Coordinates
- 35.2558387, 136.9711726
Visitor tip
Visit during sunrise or early morning hours to experience the connection between the sun goddess Amaterasu and the natural lighting of the shrine grounds.
Cultural notes
Shinmei shrines are specifically dedicated to Amaterasu Omikami and often serve as local branches of the Grand Shrine of Ise. These shrines maintain the pure Shinto architectural style and are particularly important for prayers related to agriculture, prosperity, and imperial protection.