Amenomahitotsu no Kami
天目一箇神
One-eyed deity of metalworking and forges; patron of smiths; born from the blood of the slain fire deity
About
Amenomahitotsu no Kami (天目一箇神) is a mysterious one-eyed deity associated with metalworking and forge craft. In the Kojiki creation sequence, he is described as appearing from the blood of Kagutsuchi (fire god), linking him to the transformative power of fire in metalwork. The 'one eye' is a widespread motif for forge deities worldwide (cf. the Norse Odin, the Greek Cyclops), symbolizing intense focus on the white-hot metal.
He is worshipped by blacksmiths, sword-makers, and metalworkers at various shrines including Amenomahitotsu Jinja (Fukui, Echizen) and related sites in iron-working regions.
Mythology
Shrines Dedicated to This Deity
| Shrine | Prefecture | Network Role |
|---|---|---|
| Kamitani Shrine 神谷神社 | Kagawa |
Frequently Asked Questions
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Who is Amenomahitotsu no Kami in Japanese mythology?
Amenomahitotsu no Kami (天目一箇神) is One-eyed deity of metalworking and forges; patron of smiths; born from the blood of the slain fire deity. This deity appears in Kojiki & Nihon Shoki and is enshrined at 1 shrines across Japan.
What shrines are dedicated to Amenomahitotsu no Kami?
There are 1 shrines in our database dedicated to Amenomahitotsu no Kami, including Kamitani Shrine.
What myths involve Amenomahitotsu no Kami?
Amenomahitotsu no Kami appears in 1 myths including The Birth of the Land (Kuniumi). These stories come from Kojiki & Nihon Shoki.