A sacred subsidiary shrine within Ise Grand Shrine complex dedicated to the aramitama (rough, active spirit) of Tsukuyomi-no-Mikoto, the Shinto moon deity. This shrine represents one of the most important auxiliary shrines of Ise Jingu, housing the dynamic aspect of the moon kami who is sibling to Amaterasu Omikami.
I need more information about this shrine to write an accurate description. The name "月讀荒御魂宮本殿" (Tsukuyomi Aramitama-gū Honden) indicates this is the main hall of a shrine dedicated to Tsukuyomi's aramitama (rough spirit), but I don't have details about the specific kami enshrined, the shrine's spiritual significance, or what visitors typically seek there. Could you provide additional shrine data such as the `kami_enshrined`, `denomination`, location, or any historical/cultural context? This would allow me to write a specific and informative description rather than making assumptions about this particular shrine's significance and practices.
- Denomination
- Imperial
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Tsukuyomi-no-Mikoto (rough spirit)
- Kami enshrined
- Tsukuyomi-no-Mikoto
- Founding
- Ancient period
- Shrine rank
- Auxiliary shrine of Ise Grand Shrine
- Coordinates
- 34.4732812, 136.7290872
Visitor tip
Access requires following Ise Grand Shrine protocols and may have restricted visiting hours as an auxiliary shrine.
Cultural notes
The concept of aramitama versus nigimitama represents fundamental Shinto beliefs about the dual nature of kami spirits, with aramitama embodying active, sometimes fierce divine energy essential for protection and change.
Historical note
Established as part of the Ise Grand Shrine complex, this shrine specifically venerates the aramitama aspect of Tsukuyomi, distinguishing it from shrines that honor the nigimitama (peaceful spirit). The separation of kami aspects into different shrines reflects sophisticated Shinto theological concepts developed at Ise.