Izuna Gongen
飯縄権現
Mountains, ascetic power, martial arts, victory
About
A syncretic mountain deity of Nagano's Iizuna mountain, combining elements of Shinto and esoteric Buddhism. Izuna Gongen is depicted riding a white fox and is venerated for bestowing victory in battle and success in ascetic practice. The deity was especially popular among samurai from the medieval period.
Animal Messenger
White Fox (白狐)
Izuna Gongen rides a white fox and is closely associated with fox spirits.
Shrines Dedicated to This Deity
| Shrine | Prefecture | Network Role |
|---|---|---|
| Takao Yakuoin Izuna Gongen 高尾山薬王院飯縄権現堂 | Tokyo | head |
Frequently Asked Questions
Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team
Who is Izuna Gongen in Japanese mythology?
Izuna Gongen (飯縄権現) is Mountains, ascetic power, martial arts, victory. This deity appears in Kojiki & Nihon Shoki and is enshrined at 1 shrines across Japan.
What shrines are dedicated to Izuna Gongen?
There are 1 shrines in our database dedicated to Izuna Gongen, including Takao Yakuoin Izuna Gongen.
What myths involve Izuna Gongen?
Izuna Gongen appears in myths from Kojiki & Nihon Shoki. The deity is known as Mountains, ascetic power, martial arts, victory.