- Japanese mythology - Wikipedia
A unique aspect of Japanese mythology is its inclusion of graphic details, with disgusting and horrific images that are considered to be taboo in modern Japanese society, which has many cultural practices associated with purification and cleanliness
- Japanese mythology | Gods, Legends Folklore | Britannica
In the beginning, the world was a chaotic mass, an ill-defined egg, full of seeds Gradually, the finer parts became heaven (yang), the heavier parts earth (yin) Deities were produced between the two: first, three single deities, and then a series of divine couples
- The Symbolism of Seasons in Kojiki and Nihon Shoki - Japanese Mythology
In Japanese mythology, the changing seasons are not merely a passage of time but are imbued with deep cultural and spiritual significance Each season is associated with different kami (gods), agricultural practices, and traditional festivals that reflect humanity’s relationship with nature
- The River of Time: How Myths Chronicle Japan’s History
Discover how Japanese mythology weaves history, culture, and spirituality into a timeless narrative Explore the myths that shape Japan's identity today!
- List of Japanese deities - Wikipedia
This is a list of divinities native to Japanese beliefs and religious traditions Many of these are from Shinto, while others were imported via Buddhism and were "integrated" into Japanese mythology and folklore
- Japanese Gods - Mythopedia
Japanese gods and goddesses include everyone from powerful creator gods to minor, localized kami Particularly notable is the sun goddess Amaterasu, held to be the divine ancestor of the first emperor of Japan, a lineage that remains unbroken into the current day
- Japanese folklore and mythology - New World Encyclopedia
Japanese mythology is a complex system of beliefs that also embraces Shinto and Buddhist traditions as well as agriculture-based folk religion The Shinto pantheon alone boasts an uncountable number of kami (deities or spirits)
- The Role of Myth in Shaping Japanese Cultural Identity
Major mythological texts, such as the Kojiki (Records of Ancient Matters) and the Nihon Shoki (Chronicles of Japan), are foundational works that document the creation myths, deities, and legendary figures that form the basis of Japanese cultural identity
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