Ideha no Kami
出羽神
Regional deity of Dewa Province (Yamagata/Akita); worshipped at Dewa Sanzan (Three Mountains of Dewa)
About
Ideha no Kami (出羽神) refers to the divine spirit of Dewa Province (modern Yamagata and Akita Prefectures), associated especially with the Three Mountains of Dewa (Dewa Sanzan): Mt. Haguro, Mt. Gassan, and Mt. Yudono. These sacred mountains are among Japan's most important Shugendo sites, combining Shinto and Buddhist mountain asceticism.
Shrines Dedicated to This Deity
| Shrine | Prefecture | Network Role |
|---|---|---|
| Ideha Shrine (Dewa Sanzan / Haguro) 出羽神社 | Yamagata | head |
Frequently Asked Questions
Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team
Who is Ideha no Kami in Japanese mythology?
Ideha no Kami (出羽神) is Regional deity of Dewa Province (Yamagata/Akita); worshipped at Dewa Sanzan (Three Mountains of Dewa). This deity appears in Kojiki & Nihon Shoki and is enshrined at 1 shrines across Japan.
What shrines are dedicated to Ideha no Kami?
There are 1 shrines in our database dedicated to Ideha no Kami, including Ideha Shrine (Dewa Sanzan / Haguro).
What myths involve Ideha no Kami?
Ideha no Kami appears in myths from Kojiki & Nihon Shoki. The deity is known as Regional deity of Dewa Province (Yamagata/Akita); worshipped at Dewa Sanzan (Three Mountains of Dewa).