Takihara Narabinomiya is one of the auxiliary shrines (betsugu) of Ise Grand Shrine, located in the mountainous region of Mie Prefecture. The shrine serves as a sacred site where Amaterasu Omikami is worshipped in a more secluded natural setting, surrounded by ancient forests and pristine mountain streams.
- Denomination
- Ise
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Amaterasu Omikami
- Kami enshrined
- Amaterasu Omikami
- Founding
- Ancient period
- Coordinates
- 34.3661306, 136.4255341
Visitor tip
The shrine is located in a remote mountainous area, so plan for a longer journey and wear appropriate footwear for walking on forest paths.
Cultural notes
The shrine represents the deep connection between Shinto and Japan's natural landscape, embodying the belief that kami dwell in pristine natural environments. Its remote location maintains the traditional atmosphere of sacred isolation that characterizes many ancient Shinto sites.
Historical note
According to the Nihon Shoki, Takihara was one of the locations where Princess Yamatohime-no-mikoto temporarily enshrined Amaterasu Omikami during her search for a permanent location for the goddess. The site was established as a subsidiary shrine of Ise Grand Shrine to commemorate this sacred connection and continues to serve as an important pilgrimage destination.