noun
government-supported shrine
Obsolete historical term for a shrine that received offerings from the Bureau of Divinities (pre-Meiji) or the Imperial Household Department (post-Meiji).
官幣社は、戦前の神社制度の中で特別な地位を持っていた。
Kanpeisha held a special status within the pre-war shrine system.
From 官 (government) + 幣 (offering) + 社 (shrine). The term reflects the historical system of state-supported shrines.