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Amaterasu
Sun goddess and one of the principal Shinto deities, known for illuminating the world with her light.
Susanoo
Storm god known for his wild and unpredictable nature, brother to Amaterasu, and slayer of the serpent Yamata no Orochi.
Tsukuyomi
Moon god who was once married to the sun goddess Amaterasu. Known for his control over the night and darkness.
Inari
Kami of fertility, rice, and foxes, recognized for both agriculture and industry, guardian of blacksmiths and protector of warriors.
Fujin
God of the wind, often depicted carrying a bag of winds, brother to Raijin, the thunder god.
Raijin
Thunder and lightning god, known for his fierce and fearsome nature, usually accompanied by drums.
Hachiman
God of war and divine protector of Japan and its people. Often prayed to by samurai and warriors.
Ebisu
Patron kami of fishermen and luck, one of the Seven Lucky Gods in Japanese mythology, associated with merchant and prosperity.
Benzaiten
Goddess of everything that flows: water, words, speech, eloquence, music and by extension, knowledge.
Daikokuten
God of wealth, commerce, and trade. Ebisu's father, part of the Seven Lucky Gods, associated with the magic mallet.
Bishamonten
God of warriors and battles, punisher of the wicked, also one of the Seven Lucky Gods and associated with Treasure Towers.
Izanagi
Primordial god of creation and life, part of the couple that created the Japanese archipelago and many kami.
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