Amenohohi no Mikoto
天穂日命
Son of Amaterasu and Susanoo; first deity sent to negotiate the Kuniyuzuri (country yielding) with Okuninushi; ancestor of the Izumo clan
About
Amenohohi no Mikoto was born during the 'exchange of pledges' (ukehi) between Amaterasu and Susanoo. Amaterasu sent him as the first emissary to negotiate with Okuninushi for the transfer of the earthly realm. However, he became enamored with Okuninushi's domain and never returned, failing in his mission. His son Takezunami was later sent but also failed. He is the ancestor of the Izumo no Kuni no Miyatsuko lineage and the Tenjin-Chigi (Heavenly Envoy) tradition of Izumo Taisha.
Mythology
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Shrines Dedicated to This Deity
| Shrine | Prefecture | Network Role |
|---|---|---|
| Washinomiya Shrine 鷲宮神社 | Saitama | independent |
Frequently Asked Questions
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Who is Amenohohi no Mikoto in Japanese mythology?
Amenohohi no Mikoto (天穂日命) is Son of Amaterasu and Susanoo; first deity sent to negotiate the Kuniyuzuri (country yielding) with Okuninushi; ancestor of the Izumo clan. This deity appears in Kojiki & Nihon Shoki and is enshrined at 1 shrines across Japan.
What shrines are dedicated to Amenohohi no Mikoto?
There are 1 shrines in our database dedicated to Amenohohi no Mikoto, including Washinomiya Shrine.
What myths involve Amenohohi no Mikoto?
Amenohohi no Mikoto appears in 1 myths including The Cession of the Land (Kuniyuzuri). These stories come from Kojiki & Nihon Shoki.