A Shinmei shrine in Kanagawa Prefecture dedicated to the sun goddess Amaterasu Omikami. Shinmei shrines are characterized by their simple architectural style and serve as local community centers for Shinto worship.
- Denomination
- Shinmei
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Amaterasu Omikami
- Kami enshrined
- Amaterasu Omikami
- Coordinates
- 35.4687511, 139.5438149
Visitor tip
Look for the distinctive simple wooden architecture typical of Shinmei shrines.
Cultural notes
Shinmei shrines represent one of the oldest forms of Shinto shrine architecture and are directly connected to Ise Grand Shrine through their dedication to Amaterasu Omikami.