Overview
Miyazaki Jingu is a venerable Shinto shrine enshrined in Jingu, Miyazaki City, Miyazaki Prefecture. Dedicated to Emperor Jimmu and others, it formerly held the rank of Kanpei-taisha and is today a Beppyo shrine of the Association of Shinto Shrines. Its dignified halls and calm precincts are its charm.
Highlights
- ●The prestige of a Kanpei-taisha dedicated to Emperor Jimmu
- ●Shrine halls by Ito Chuta, a Registered Tangible Cultural Property
- ●The Miyazaki Jingu Chokokan conveying history
- ●Broad, calm precincts with a serene atmosphere
History
Miyazaki Jingu is dedicated to Emperor Jimmu, Ugayafukiaezu, and Tamayori-bime. Its shrine buildings were designed by the architect Ito Chuta and are designated a Registered Tangible Cultural Property of Japan. The precincts also hold the Miyazaki Jingu Chokokan, conveying history and culture to the present day.
Access
The shrine is located in Jingu, Miyazaki City, Miyazaki Prefecture. Though easily reached from the city center, it is reassuring to check maps and official information for detailed routes and parking. Plan your visit with a comfortable margin of time.
Best season
Beyond the lively seasons of fresh greenery and the New Year's first visit, autumn, when the trees take on color, also makes for a pleasant visit. The quiet morning hours, with their fresh air, are especially recommended for worship.
Map
31.9386, 131.4233 · Wikidata
Suggested itinerary
- 1Head to Miyazaki Jingu from central Miyazaki
- 2Walk the approach and offer prayers at the main hall
- 3Appreciate the Registered Tangible Cultural Property architecture
- 4Stop by the Miyazaki Jingu Chokokan in the precincts
Did you know?
💡 The shrine buildings were designed by Ito Chuta, sometimes called the father of Japanese architecture, and are designated a Registered Tangible Cultural Property. The Miyazaki Jingu Chokokan in the precincts is also not to be missed.
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