Ame no Hataorinome no Mikoto
天棚機姫神
Weaving, textiles, sericulture
天棚機比売神 天織女神
Kojiki & Nihon Shoki
About
A heavenly weaving goddess associated with the art of weaving and textile production. Shrines dedicated to Ame no Hataorinome are found in areas historically known for silk and textile production, and the deity is invoked for skill in needlework and cloth-making.
Shrines Dedicated to This Deity
| Shrine | Prefecture | Network Role |
|---|---|---|
| Ashikaga Orihime Shrine 足利織姫神社 | Tochigi | head |
Frequently Asked Questions
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Who is Ame no Hataorinome no Mikoto in Japanese mythology?
Ame no Hataorinome no Mikoto (天棚機姫神) is Weaving, textiles, sericulture. This deity appears in Kojiki & Nihon Shoki and is enshrined at 1 shrines across Japan.
What shrines are dedicated to Ame no Hataorinome no Mikoto?
There are 1 shrines in our database dedicated to Ame no Hataorinome no Mikoto, including Ashikaga Orihime Shrine.
What myths involve Ame no Hataorinome no Mikoto?
Ame no Hataorinome no Mikoto appears in myths from Kojiki & Nihon Shoki. The deity is known as Weaving, textiles, sericulture.