Isonokami Shrine
Isonokami Shrine (石上神宮, Isonokami-jingū, also Isonokami-futsu-no-mitama-jinja (石上布都御魂神社), Furu-ōmyojin (布留大明神) etc.) is a Shinto shrine located in the hills of Furu in Tenri, Nara prefecture, Japan. It is one of the oldest extant Shinto shrines in Japan and has housed several significant artifacts.
| Isonokami Shrine 石上神宮 | |
|---|---|
The haiden, a National Treasure of Japan | |
| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Shinto |
| Deity | Futsu-no-mitama-ōkami |
| Location | |
| Location | 384 Furu-chō, Tenri-shi, Nara-ken |
Shown within Japan | |
| Geographic coordinates | 34°35′53″N 135°51′09″E |
| Architecture | |
| Style | Nagare-zukuri |
| Founder | Emperor Sujin |
| Date established | 91 BC (legendary), more likely 2nd or 3rd century |
| Glossary of Shinto | |
Isonokami shrine was highly regarded in the ancient era, and frequented by many members of the Imperial Family. It played a pivotal role in Japan's early history, especially during the 3rd to 5th centuries.
The shrine is at the northern end of the Yamanobe no michi, the oldest road in Japan.
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