三社大明神社

Sansha Daimyojin Shrine

Japanese Name三社大明神社
English NameSansha Daimyojin Shrine
PrefectureGifu
ReligionShinto
Coordinates35.2497298, 137.0800678

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About this Shrine

A Shinto shrine in Gifu Prefecture dedicated to three major kami, as indicated by its name 'Sansha Daimyojin' meaning 'Three Great Bright Deities.' The shrine follows the traditional Japanese practice of enshrining multiple important kami together in a single sacred space.

Cultural Significance

The title 'Daimyojin' is an honorific term meaning 'Great Bright Deity' that was historically applied to particularly revered kami, often those with imperial connections or significant spiritual power in Japanese religious tradition.

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