A–Z directory

彦根神社（HikoneJinjya）

Japanese Name彦根神社（HikoneJinjya）
PrefectureShiga
City彦根市後三条町宮立122
ReligionShinto
Primary DeityAmaterasu Omikami
Coordinates35.2612923, 136.2528900

⛩ AI-enriched content

About this Shrine

Located in Hikone City, Hikone Shrine is one of Japan's oldest and most revered Shinto shrines, dedicated to the sun goddess Amaterasu Omikami. The shrine complex features a unique blend of architectural styles, reflecting its history spanning over 1,400 years. Visitors can explore the impressive five-story pagoda, known as 'Gosho,' which houses a sacred mirror said to have been used by Emperor Jimmu, the legendary first emperor of Japan.

Cultural Significance

Hikone Shrine is famous for its association with Hikone Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The shrine was once the spiritual center of the Tokugawa shogunate and has been visited by numerous notable figures throughout Japanese history.

Enshrined Deities

Amaterasu Omikami

Location

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors

Spot an error?

This shrine data is sourced from OpenStreetMap. You can submit a correction or edit it on OpenStreetMap.

Shrine data © OpenStreetMap contributors, under the Open Database License.

Browse shrines by prefecture

Jump to Shinto shrines across Japan — 108 prefectures in our directory.

Quick Facts

  • Religion: Shinto

⛩ Visitor Tip

To fully appreciate the shrine's beauty, consider visiting at dawn or dusk when the golden light of sunrise or sunset illuminates the Gosho and surrounding grounds.

History

The shrine was originally built in 593 AD during the Asuka period and has since undergone numerous restorations.

A-Z Creatures
Learn Japanese

Japanese Culture Network

Japanese Wood Joints

Ancient joinery techniques of Japanese master craftsmen

ShrinePuzzle

Directory of Japanese board games and traditional games

Kohibou

Japanese coffee culture — kissaten, third wave and brewing guides

E2Japan

Explore Japan's landmarks, shrines and hidden locations

The 725 Club

SNES and Super Famicom collection tracker

Spaceship Adventures

Hoshi no Isan — a Japanese-aesthetic space RPG in development

Japan In Pixels

A pixel art map of Japanese culture — coming 2027

CSSKitsune

Japanese-aesthetic design tokens & AI-ready UI prompts

Shinto Wisdom app icon
Free App · No Ads · Offline

Shinto Wisdom Daily Practice

by 10k Game Studio

Every day, one teaching. One moment of stillness.
Kanji, meaning, and a quiet reflection — rooted in the philosophy behind Japan's forests, seasons, and sacred silences.

結び Musubi 清め Harae 自然 Shizen 間 Ma 誠 Makoto + 45 more
Get it on Google Play

Explore 297+ yōkai, oni, kami, and spirits — plus one of the largest English-language Shinto shrine directories on the web.

Explore
Popular Yokai
Popular Shrines

Content Warning: This website explores Japanese folklore and mythological beings—including yokai, oni, and other supernatural entities—that may be frightening to younger audiences or sensitive viewers. All material is presented for educational and cultural appreciation only. Viewer discretion is advised.

Parents and guardians are encouraged to preview content before sharing it with children. By continuing to use JapaneseMythicalCreatures.com, you acknowledge and accept this advisory.

Copyright © 2026 Japanese Mythical Creatures • All Rights Reserved.