Three Miya Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in Osaka, Japan, dedicated to the three most important deities of the Imperial Household, Amaterasu Ōmikami, Himehito Mikoto, and Yamato-no-okami. The shrine's architecture reflects its historical significance as one of the oldest shrines in Japan, built during the Nara period (710-794 CE). Today, it serves as a symbol of Osaka's cultural heritage and is still an important place for locals to pray and make offerings.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Amaterasu Ōmikami
- Kami enshrined
- Amaterasu Ōmikami, Himehito Mikoto, Yamato-no-okami
- Coordinates
- 34.7186003, 135.2575075
Visitor tip
To avoid long lines, visit the shrine early in the morning or later in the evening when possible.
Cultural notes
The shrine is famous for its beautiful architecture, which features a unique wooden hall with a tiled roof. It's also known for its annual festival, where locals offer food and drinks to the deities. In terms of mythology, Amaterasu Ōmikami, the primary deity enshrined here, is said to be the sun goddess who descended to earth through her grandson, Ninigi-no-Mikoto.
Historical note
The shrine was originally built during the Heian period (794-1185 CE) as a temporary structure, but was rebuilt several times throughout its history, including during the Kamakura period (1185-1333 CE).