English–Japanese
“shinto shrine” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajijinja
Example
近くの神社へ行きます。chika ku no jin ja e i ki ma su
I go to a nearby Shinto shrine.
How to say “shinto shrine” in Japanese
“Shinto shrine” in Japanese is 神社 (jinja). 神社 can also mean “Shinto shrine” and “shrine”.
A dedicated place connects everyday visits and prayers with the presence of a Shinto deity.
Example sentences with 神社
家の近くに神社があります。ie no chika ku ni jin ja ga a ri ma su
There is a shrine near my house.
旅行先で神社の写真を撮ります。ryo kō saki de jin ja no sha shin o to ri ma su
I take pictures of Shinto shrines when I travel.
Tips for using 神社
- English uses shrine for sacred places and some memorials, so Shinto shrine makes clear that the place belongs to the Shinto tradition.