神宮

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 神宮, read じんぐう, refers to a Shinto shrine bearing this designation.
• Basic usage: It is used in contexts concerning a shrine's grounds and buildings, such as walking along its approach or restoring its roof.
  • 森に囲まれた神宮の参道を静かに歩いた。

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Scope of the name compared with 神社
  • 神社 is a broad term for Shinto shrines, but not every shrine is called 神宮.