Fujiwara no Hidesato
藤原秀郷
Warrior (c.890–958) who defeated Taira no Masakado; hero of the dragon-killing legend of Lake Biwa
About
Fujiwara no Hidesato (c.890–958), popularly known as Tawara Toda ('Rice Bale Toda'), was the Musashi warrior who killed Taira no Masakado in 940. He is also the hero of a famous legend in which he killed the giant centipede terrorizing Lake Biwa at the request of the dragon king. The dragon king rewarded him with a bell, a bale of rice that never empties (hence 'Tawara'), and other gifts—earning him a reputation for inexhaustible good fortune.
Shrines Dedicated to This Deity
| Shrine | Prefecture | Network Role |
|---|---|---|
| Karasawayama Shrine 唐澤山神社 | Tochigi | independent |
Frequently Asked Questions
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Who is Fujiwara no Hidesato in Japanese mythology?
Fujiwara no Hidesato (藤原秀郷) is Warrior (c.890–958) who defeated Taira no Masakado; hero of the dragon-killing legend of Lake Biwa. This deity appears in Historical and is enshrined at 1 shrines across Japan.
What shrines are dedicated to Fujiwara no Hidesato?
There are 1 shrines in our database dedicated to Fujiwara no Hidesato, including Karasawayama Shrine.
What myths involve Fujiwara no Hidesato?
Fujiwara no Hidesato appears in myths from Historical. The deity is known as Warrior (c.890–958) who defeated Taira no Masakado; hero of the dragon-killing legend of Lake Biwa.