Ame no Oshihomimi
天忍穂耳命
Heavenly deity; son of Amaterasu, designated to descend to earth but deferred to his son Ninigi
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Alternate romanization form of the entry for Amenooshihomimi. The eldest son of Amaterasu who was originally designated to descend and rule the earthly realm, but returned to heaven citing the turbulence below. His son Ninigi was sent instead, establishing the divine lineage of the Imperial house. See also the canonical entry for amenooshihomimi.
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Shrines Dedicated to This Deity
| Shrine | Prefecture | Network Role |
|---|---|---|
| Katsuta Shrine 勝田神社 | Tottori |
Frequently Asked Questions
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Who is Ame no Oshihomimi in Japanese mythology?
Ame no Oshihomimi (天忍穂耳命) is Heavenly deity; son of Amaterasu, designated to descend to earth but deferred to his son Ninigi. This deity appears in Kojiki & Nihon Shoki and is enshrined at 1 shrines across Japan.
What shrines are dedicated to Ame no Oshihomimi?
There are 1 shrines in our database dedicated to Ame no Oshihomimi, including Katsuta Shrine.
What myths involve Ame no Oshihomimi?
Ame no Oshihomimi appears in 1 myths including The Descent of the Heavenly Grandson (Tenson Korin). These stories come from Kojiki & Nihon Shoki.