Ame no Hiboko no Mikoto
天日槍命
Korean prince, divine treasures, Tajima (Hyogo)
About
A legendary Korean prince from Silla who came to Japan, enshrined at Izushi Jinja (Hyogo). According to the Kojiki, Amenohiboko brought eight divine treasures from Korea and settled in Tajima province. He is considered the ancestor of several clans and represents Japan's ancient continental connections.
Shrines Dedicated to This Deity
| Shrine | Prefecture | Network Role |
|---|---|---|
| Izushi Shrine 出石神社 | Hyogo |
Frequently Asked Questions
Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team
Who is Ame no Hiboko no Mikoto in Japanese mythology?
Ame no Hiboko no Mikoto (天日槍命) is Korean prince, divine treasures, Tajima (Hyogo). This deity appears in Kojiki and is enshrined at 1 shrines across Japan.
What shrines are dedicated to Ame no Hiboko no Mikoto?
There are 1 shrines in our database dedicated to Ame no Hiboko no Mikoto, including Izushi Shrine.
What myths involve Ame no Hiboko no Mikoto?
Ame no Hiboko no Mikoto appears in myths from Kojiki. The deity is known as Korean prince, divine treasures, Tajima (Hyogo).