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In terms of meaning there is no real difference, they both translate as 'shrine'.
However, Jinja is just a general term for any shrine, whereas Jingu denotes a more prestigious establishment, usually linked to the Imperial Household (Japan's equivalent of a Royal Family) or enshrining an Emperor.
There are lots of other words for shrine: Yashiro, Miya, Hokura, Taisha... all indicating slight differences in function and status.
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What is the word 'shrine' when translated from English to Japanese?
It is 'jinja' in Japanese. (Japanese: 神社)
What are the Japanese Shinto shrines called?
a Shinto shrine is called a "神社" (Jinja)
What actors and actresses appeared in Jinja jinja johahae - 1977?
The cast of Jinja jinja johahae - 1977 includes: Hyeon Kim
What has the author Yasuaki Yamauchi written?
Yasuaki Yamauchi has written: 'Jinja kenchiku' -- subject(s): Architecture, Japanese, Japanese Architecture, Shrines
How do you pronounce temple in Japanese?
神社 Jinja is Shinto shrine 寺 otera is Buddhist temple
When was Futarasan jinja created?
Futarasan jinja was created in 767.
When was Shirahige Jinja created?
Shirahige Jinja was created in -5.
When was Jinja Safari created?
Jinja Safari was created in 2010.
When was Terukuni jinja created?
Terukuni jinja was created in 1882.
When was Tokiwa Jinja created?
Tokiwa Jinja was created in 1874.
When was Nagata jinja created?
Nagata jinja was created in 201.
When was Masumida jinja created?
Masumida jinja was created in -628.
