The Ai Dengo Myoong Wong-do, located in Miyagi Prefecture, is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the worship of the Buddhist deity Amaterasu, revered as one of the primary kami of Japan's imperial family. The shrine's architecture reflects traditional Japanese design, with a rectangular main hall and a square tower. Its historical note dates back to the Edo period (1603-1867), during which it served as a prominent Shinto shrine in the region.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Amaterasu
- Kami enshrined
- Amaterasu, Oya-no-Kami
- Coordinates
- 38.243762, 140.8902627
Visitor tip
Visit the shrine's main hall early in the morning or late in the afternoon to avoid crowds and fully appreciate its traditional architecture.
Historical note
Founded during the Edo period, 1630s.