Ise Grand Shrine's remote worship site, located on the coast of Lake Biwa, is dedicated to Amaterasu Omikami, the sun goddess and Japan's most important deity. As one of Japan's oldest shrines, it was established during the Nara period (710-794 CE) and has been rebuilt several times due to natural disasters, including a devastating earthquake in 1892. The shrine's primary kami is Amaterasu Omikami, but other notable deities include Susanoo-no-kami, Otohime, and Katsurahime.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Amaterasu Omikami
- Kami enshrined
- Amaterasu Omikami, Susanoo-no-kami, Otohime, Katsurahime
- Coordinates
- 35.0224199, 135.759177
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's unique architecture, consider visiting at sunrise or sunset when the light casts a warm glow over the surroundings.
Cultural notes
The Ise Grand Shrine is famous for its ritual purification process, known as 'Hatsumode,' which involves washing off impurities to purify one's spirit. Additionally, the shrine is closely tied to the mythology of Susanoo-no-kami, who is said to have created a pearl necklace for his sister Otohime.
Historical note
The original shrine was established during the Nara period (710-794 CE) and has since been rebuilt several times due to natural disasters.