Shinto shrine
Ōmi Jinja
大御神社（おおみじんじゃ）
Hyūga, Miyazaki Prefecture
A shrine standing on columnar rocks by the sea in Hichiya, Hyūga, called "Hyūga no Oise-sama." It enshrines Amaterasu Sumeōmikami, and in its grounds are clusters of sazare-ishi (pebble-conglomerate stones) and a rock said to be a seat of the kami.
English pages are the site’s own translations of its Japanese pages. The sources cited are in Japanese. 日本語で読む
Prayers associated with this place
Enshrined kami: Amaterasu Sumeōmikami
History and things to know
According to shrine tradition, on his way to Takachiho, Ninigi no Mikoto looked out over the sea from a rock here and worshipped Amaterasu Ōmikami. Emperor Jinmu is also said to have visited during his eastern expedition. The present shrine building in shinmei-zukuri style was rebuilt in Shōwa 13 and is a nationally Registered Tangible Cultural Property.
Introduced by this site, based on materials from the shrine or temple and public bodies.
Related kami and buddhas
Before you visit
Opening hours, access, areas open to visitors, and events can change. Please check the latest guidance from the shrine or temple itself before you go.
Official website of the shrine or temple (may be in Japanese)
Sources (in Japanese)
- 大御神社「御祭神・御本尊・由緒の公式案内」（2026-10-22 確認）
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