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Miyazaki-jingū

宮崎神宮

Shrine dedicated to Emperor Jimmu and ancestral deities, believed to occupy the site of the emperor's ancient palace before his legendary eastern expedition.

Miyazaki-jingū
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Jingu, Miyazaki-Shi, Miyazaki 〒 880-0053Miyazaki-Jingū Station 宮崎神宮 (Nippō Main Line)Walk 6 minutes

The shrine is dedicated to Emperor Jimmu, Ugayafukiaezu and Tamayori-bime.

It is believed that the shrine's location was where Emperor Jimmu had his palace before embarking on his eastern expedition. While the origins of the shrine are uncertain, it is thought to have been in existence since ancient times. The first recorded reference to the shrine dates back to the Kamakura period (1185-1333), and it is believed to have been built by Nobutsuna Tsuchimochi, who was a leader in the area at the time.

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Miyazaki Jingu Grand Festival

Miyazaki's largest celebration honors Emperor Jimmu through a grand autumn procession featuring portable shrines and floats reenacting the legendary emperor's historic journey.

31 Oct – 1 Nov 2026Miyazaki
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