Miyazaki Jingū Explained

Miyazaki-jingū
宮崎神宮
Map Type:Japan
Coordinates:31.9386°N 131.4233°W
Religious Affiliation:Shinto
Deity:Emperor Jimmu
Ugayafukiaezu
Tamayori-bime
Location:2-4-1, Jingū, Miyazaki
Miyazaki 880-0053

is a Shinto shrine located in Miyazaki, Miyazaki prefecture, Japan. It is dedicated to Emperor Jimmu, Ugayafukiaezu and Tamayori-bime.

Events

Many events are held at the shrine including the annual Yabusame festival on April 3.

The most important is the Aki-no-Taisai held in October. It is a costume parade in honour of Emperor Jinmu (Japan's first emperor) featuring women dressed in gorgeous wedding kimono.