Hinomisaki Shrine, Shinto shrine in Izumo, Japan
Description
Hinomisaki is a Shinto shrine in Izumo built following the Ishi-no-ma-zukuri architectural principle: multiple building sections united under one continuous roof system. The compound includes the inner sanctuary, a public prayer hall, and connecting passages all brought together in a single structure.
History
The compound received its status as an Important Cultural Property of Japan for its design, which represents a rare example of connected religious spaces under a shared roof. Over the centuries, the site served as a center for maritime rituals in the Izumo region.
Culture
The name Hinomisaki refers to the cape at the western edge of the island where the shrine stands. Visitors today see local families coming here to pray for safe voyages and community blessings.
Practical
Visitors enter through the large torii gate and stop at the water basin for a cleansing ritual before stepping into the prayer area. The grounds sit at multiple levels, so expect to walk up and down some steps.
Did you know?
The halls form an H-shape in plan, with different floor heights connected by steps in the central passage. This arrangement allows the sacred space to be gradually separated from the public area.
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