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Immanuelle/Hinomisaki Shrine
Religion
AffiliationShinto
DeityAmaterasu, Susanoo, Ame-no-Fuyukinu
Glossary of Shinto

Hinomisaki Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in Izumo, Shimane a few miles away from Izumo-taisha[1] dedicated to Amaterasu and Susanoo-no-Mikoto.[2] It is a branch shrine of Izumo Taisha, and has a document identifying Susanoo with Matarajin.[3]: 171 

Amago Tsunehisa backed the shrine to undermine the influence of Izumo-taisha.[1][4]

Its island has a notable lighthouse which is the tallest one in Asia.[3]: 406 

Priests of the Shrine were instrumental in spreading the idea that Izumo Province was the gate to the underworld, and a source of power as a result where all things originated.[3]: 166–167 [4]

Its origin story mentions sea snakes guiding the gods to Izumo.[3]: 173  Sea snakes are considered the messengers of Izumo Taisha.[5]

Hinomisaki lighthouse

Worship of Ame no Fuyukinu

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Ame-no-Fuyukinu is also worshipped at Hinomisaki Shrine. Legends say he founded this shrine. The Ono family works as priests there. They claim to be his descendants.[6]

The shrine has a ritual. It is called the "Shinken hōten shinji." This means "sword offering ritual." The ritual is based on the Kusanagi sword myth. His delibery of the sword Kusanagi no Tsurugi to Amaterasu. This sword is one of the Imperial Regalia of Japan.[6]


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    Hinomisaki Shrine in serene light
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    Another tranquil view of Hinomisaki Shrine
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    Hinomisaki Shrine on a clear day
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    Late afternoon at Hinomisaki Shrine
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    Early morning at Hinomisaki Shrine
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    Aerial view of Hinomisaki Shrine and Fumi Island, 1976
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    An Iwakura on the beach at Hinomisaki Shrine
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    Sunflowers at Hinomisaki Shrine
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    Hinomisaki Shrine Mekari Shinji Relief
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    Hinomisaki Shrine Torii on street
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    Old Aerial view of Hinomisaki Shrine

Hishizumi-no-miya

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    Sanctuary in autumn
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    Quiet moments at the sanctuary
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    Main sanctuary of Hishizuminomiya
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    The Haiden of Hishizuminomiya
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    View of Hishizuminomiya Shrine
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    Outside the worship hall of Hishizuminomiya
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    Details of the shrine architecture
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    The serene environment of the shrine
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    The Shrine under construction
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    Hinomisaki Shrine on a cloudy day

Pathways and Cloisters of Hinomisaki

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    Pathway in November light
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    Cloister of tranquility
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    Stone path of the cloister
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    Another view of the cloister pathway
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    Detailed architecture along the cloister
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    Stairs of the cloister

Cleansing Waters and Gates of Hinomisaki

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    Misogisho - the cleansing water pavilion
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    Gate near the Misogisho
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    Architectural detail near the water area

Romon

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    First view of the Romon gate
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    Far-away view of Hinomisaki Shrine's Romon Gate showing its surroundings
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    The Romon gate in full view
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    Hinomisaki Shrine Romon from behind
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    Stone carving near the Romon
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    Gate with people for scale
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    Old photograph of the Romon gate

Auxiliary Shrines at Hinomisaki

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    Group of auxiliary shrines
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    19 sessha in a single building
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    Aramatsurinomiya, one of the auxiliary shrines
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    Details of the Aramatsurinomiya
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    Aratama-jinja, another auxiliary shrine
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    Hiruko-sya, a significant auxiliary shrine
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    Inari-jinja, popular among visitors
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    Another view of Inari-jinja
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    Mii-jinja, part of the complex
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    Detailed stonework at Inari-jinja
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    Karakunijinja, a smaller shrine
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    Monkakujinshasaden, a shrine with unique carvings
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    Close-up of Monkakujinshauden's facade
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    A distant view of the sessha

Fumishima

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Fumi-shima [en] is an Island that is considered a holy island of the shrine. Only priests can go there.

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    Fumijima Island's serene view
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    Sunset over Fumishima Island
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    Aerial view of Hinomisaki Shrine and Fumi Island, 1976
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    Shrine on Fumi Island
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    Another shrine view on Fumi Island
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    Natural scenery around Fumishima
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    Quiet day on Fumishima
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    Shimonomiya Fumishima Shrine
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    Shrine gates at Shimonomiya Fumishima
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    Landscape of Shimonomiya Island
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    Panoramic view of Hinomisaki
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    Fumishima as seen from a distance

Kami-no-miya - The Divine Sanctuary

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    Autumn colors at Kami-no-miya
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    Main Sanctuary of Kami-no-miya
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    Walkway at Kami-no-miya
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    Haiden of Kami-no-miya during the day
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    Haiden of Kami-no-miya in different light
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    The serene Kami-no-miya
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    Closer look at Kami-no-miya's architecture
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    Inside the Worship Hall of Kami-no-miya
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    Detailed architecture of Kami-no-miya
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    Kami-no-miya under a clear sky
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    Kami-no-miya during a quiet morning
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    Old photo of Kami-no-miya

Hōko - The Treasure Repository

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    Hōko at Hinomisaki Shrine
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    Treasure house at Hinomisaki
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    Exterior view of the treasure house
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    Ancient artifacts stored at Hōko

References

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  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Zhong, Yijiang (2016-10-06). The Origin of Modern Shinto in Japan: The Vanquished Gods of Izumo. Bloomsbury Publishing. ISBN 978-1-4742-7110-3.
  2. ↑ Ponsonby-Fane, R. A. B. (2016-05-11). Studies In Shinto & Shrines (1st ed.). Routledge. p. 383. ISBN 978-1-138-98322-9.
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 Faure, Bernard (2021-12-31). Rage and Ravage: Gods of Medieval Japan, Volume 3. University of Hawaii Press. ISBN 978-0-8248-8936-4.
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 Weiss, David (2022-01-13). The God Susanoo and Korea in Japan's Cultural Memory: Ancient Myths and Modern Empire. Bloomsbury Publishing. ISBN 978-1-350-27120-3.
  5. ↑ D, John (2011-11-09). "Izumo's welcome party (Kamiari sai)". Green Shinto. Retrieved 2023-04-12.
  6. ↑ 6.0 6.1 "Amenofuyukinu, Amenofukine | 國學院大學デジタルミュージアム". 2023-11-14. Archived from the original on 2023-11-14. Retrieved 2023-11-14.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: bot: original URL status unknown (link)

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