Located in the city of Nikkō, Tochigi Prefecture, not Ibaraki, is Ishibutaiji Ise-dera a temple that enshrines the Amaterasu Ōmikami, but in Ibaraki, there is Ise-jinja Taisha's branch shrine. The Ise Taisha's branches were separated from the original shrine after 1567. Ise-jinja Taisha's main shrine was rebuilt in Tochigi Prefecture in 1879. However the main kami enshrined at Ise-jinja Taisha is Amaterasu Ōmikami, which is a prominent Shinto deity. The Ise-jinja Taisha has two branches, which are Ise-dera, located on the northern island of Honshu and Tochigi's branch in Nikkō.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Amaterasu Ōmikami
- Kami enshrined
- Amaterasu Ōmikami
- Coordinates
- 35.9671776, 140.6307256
Visitor tip
Make sure to wash your hands at the temizuya (purification fountain) before entering the main hall.
Cultural notes
Ise-jinja Taisha is closely associated with the myth of Amaterasu Ōmikami, who was said to have descended from the heavens. The shrine also plays a role in the New Year festival (Ōmisoka), which is celebrated on December 31st.
Historical note
The shrine was founded in 660 AD by Prince Shotoku.