Ama-no-Iwato Shrine

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Ama-no-Iwato Shrine enshrines Ama-no-Iwato, the cave where Amaterasu Omikami, the sun goddess famed in Japanese mythology, is said to have hidden. It's a sacred power spot attracting many visitors.

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HighlightsEnshrines the cave known as Ama-no-Iwato
The setting for the Ama-no-Iwato myth
A sacred power spot enveloped in a divine atmosphere
Features both Nishi Hongu and Higashi Hongu shrines, both dedicated to Amaterasu Omikami
Amanohanihara, where the eight million gods are said to have gathered

Basic Information

Address: 1073-1 Iwat, Takachiho-cho, Nishiusuki-gun, Miyazaki Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Mie

Access: Approximately 15 minutes by bus from Takachiho Station on the JR Kyushu Hitoyoshi Main Line. Get off at Ama-no-Iwato Shrine. Show route

Op.Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Cld.Days: None

Fee: Free

INFO: Amagase Shrine is nestled in nature, and parking is limited to a few spaces. We recommend using public transportation to visit. Also, as the shrine grounds are sacred, please be mindful of your attire. Avoid revealing clothing and casual wear such as jeans. Eating and drinking are prohibited on the premises. Please take your trash with you and be considerate of the surrounding environment.

HP: https://amanoiwatoshinja.com/

Overview

Ama-no-Iwato Shrine is the site of the Ama-no-Iwato myth, one of the most famous stories in Japanese mythology. Ama-no-Iwato, where Amaterasu Omikami is said to have hidden, is known as a power spot with a sacred atmosphere. The shrine grounds contain both the Nishi Hongu (West Shrine) and Higashi Hongu (East Shrine), both brimming with a sacred aura. Ama-no-Iwato Shrine also features Amanohanihara, where legend says Amaterasu Omikami emerged from Ama-no-Iwato. This spot is believed to be where the eight million gods gathered to devise a plan to coax Amaterasu Omikami out, and it radiates a palpable sacred energy. Ama-no-Iwato Shrine is the perfect place to experience Japanese history and culture and find inner peace. Visit this legendary site, immerse yourself in its sacred atmosphere, and feel the power of history and nature.

Ama-no-Iwato Shrine

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