Hikogoro no Mikoto
彦五郎命
Local heroic figure, regional tutelary
Nihonshoki
About
A local heroic deity enshrined at regional shrines in Kyushu. The name combines hiko (prince/male deity) with a numbering, suggesting membership in a divine princely lineage.
Shrines Dedicated to This Deity
| Shrine | Prefecture | Network Role |
|---|---|---|
| Kamayama Shrine 竈山神社 | Wakayama |
Frequently Asked Questions
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Who is Hikogoro no Mikoto in Japanese mythology?
Hikogoro no Mikoto (彦五郎命) is Local heroic figure, regional tutelary. This deity appears in Nihonshoki and is enshrined at 1 shrines across Japan.
What shrines are dedicated to Hikogoro no Mikoto?
There are 1 shrines in our database dedicated to Hikogoro no Mikoto, including Kamayama Shrine.
What myths involve Hikogoro no Mikoto?
Hikogoro no Mikoto appears in myths from Nihonshoki. The deity is known as Local heroic figure, regional tutelary.