Kokuhei Taisha

Hinomisaki Shrine

日御碕神社

/ Hinomisaki Jinja

Admission
Free
Goshuin (Temple Seal)
¥300
Access
See details
Hours
24 hours (office 8:30–16:30)

Overview

Perched on dramatic sea cliffs west of Izumo Taisha, Hinomisaki Shrine uniquely enshrines Amaterasu as a deity of the setting sun — the spiritual guardian of Japan during the hours of darkness. Its vivid vermilion buildings, ordered by Tokugawa Iemitsu, stand in striking contrast to the surrounding rocky coastline.

History

1644📄Documented

Current vermilion-lacquered shrine buildings constructed under Tokugawa Iemitsu's orders.

Enshrined Deities

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Amaterasu Omikami
primary Deity

Goddess of the sun, supreme deity of the Shinto pantheon, and ancestral kami of the Imperial house

⛩
Susanoo no Mikoto
primary Deity

God of storms, the sea, and martial valor; also revered as a deity of plague prevention

Blessings

Protection At Night Warding Off Evil Maritime Safety

Did You Know?

💡

While Ise Jingu protects Japan during the daytime, Hinomisaki is said to protect it at night.

Source: tradition

Practical Information

Location Coordinates

35.4321, 132.6289

Physical Address

455 Hinomisaki, Taisha-machi, Izumo, Shimane 699-0763

〒699-0763 島根県出雲市大社町日御碕455

Access

Izumotaisha-mae Station

Hours

24 hours (office 8:30–16:30)

Visitor information last verified: 2026-04-06. Please check the official website for the latest details.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team

What is Hinomisaki Shrine?

Perched on dramatic sea cliffs west of Izumo Taisha, Hinomisaki Shrine uniquely enshrines Amaterasu as a deity of the setting sun — the spiritual guardian of Japan during the hours of darkness. Its vivid vermilion buildings, ordered by Tokugawa Iemitsu, stand in striking contrast to the surrounding rocky coastline.

Where is Hinomisaki Shrine located?

Hinomisaki Shrine is located in Izumo, Shimane. The full address is: 455 Hinomisaki, Taisha-machi, Izumo, Shimane 699-0763.

What deities are enshrined at Hinomisaki Shrine?

The enshrined deities are: Amaterasu Omikami, Susanoo no Mikoto.