General term for a divine being, often in Shinto contexts. Can refer to any god or spirit enshrined in a shrine.
Many deities are enshrined at this shrine.
Amaterasu (as an enshrined deity)
Specifically refers to Amaterasu Ōmikami, the sun goddess, when enshrined and worshipped. Often used in shrine names or contexts related to the Ise Grand Shrine.
See also: 天照大神
At Ise Grand Shrine, Amaterasu Ōmikami is enshrined as a deity.
Shinmei shrine; shrine dedicated to Amaterasu
shinmei-zukuri; Ise-style shrine architecture
the gods of heaven and earth
trial by ordeal
shinmei torii; type of torii with a single straight top lintel
Standard kanji spelling; used in both general and specific Shinto contexts.
A Sino-Japanese word corresponding to Chinese 神明, denoting a deity or divine powers. In Shinto usage, 神明 became an appellation particularly associated with Amaterasu.