Takachiho Shrine is a significant Shinto shrine located in Takachiho, Miyazaki Prefecture, Japan. It is dedicated to Ame-no-Tajikarao, the deity of strength and power, and is known for its beautiful natural surroundings, including lush forests and the nearby Takachiho Gorge. The shrine features traditional Japanese architecture and is an important site for local festivals and rituals. Visitors to Takachiho Shrine can explore its serene grounds, which include a sacred tree believed to be over 1,000 years old. The shrine is also famous for its connection to Japanese mythology, particularly the story of Amaterasu, the sun goddess, who is said to have hidden in a cave nearby, leading to the creation of the world as we know it.