Explore the gods, sacred stories and legendary encounters of Japanese mythology, from the creation traditions of Izanagi and Izanami to tales of Amaterasu, Susanoo and the kami associated with places and natural forces. Discover narratives preserved in the Kojiki and Nihon Shoki, alongside regional traditions that reveal different aspects of Japan’s mythological heritage. These stories continue to influence Shinto religious life, festivals, art and culture.
Izanagi’s descent to Yomi and the birth of purification The story of Izanagi’s journey to Yomi is one of the most arresting episodes in…
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