Hakuto Shin
白兎神
Matchmaking, healing, clever animals
White Rabbit of Inaba
因幡の白兎
Kojiki
About
The white rabbit of Inaba from the Kojiki myth, who was tricked by crocodiles (wani) while crossing the sea and lost his fur. Okuninushi helped heal the rabbit, who in return prophesied that Okuninushi would win the hand of Princess Yagami. The story symbolizes kindness and divine reward.
Shrines Dedicated to This Deity
| Shrine | Prefecture | Network Role |
|---|---|---|
| Hakuto Shrine (White Rabbit Shrine) 白兎神社 | Tottori |
Frequently Asked Questions
Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team
Who is Hakuto Shin in Japanese mythology?
Hakuto Shin (白兎神) is Matchmaking, healing, clever animals. This deity appears in Kojiki and is enshrined at 1 shrines across Japan.
What shrines are dedicated to Hakuto Shin?
There are 1 shrines in our database dedicated to Hakuto Shin, including Hakuto Shrine (White Rabbit Shrine).
What myths involve Hakuto Shin?
Hakuto Shin appears in myths from Kojiki. The deity is known as Matchmaking, healing, clever animals.