Jakko Ō
寂光王
Semi-legendary figure associated with certain mountain or syncretic shrine traditions
About
Jakko Ō (寂光王) is a semi-legendary figure appearing in local shrine traditions, likely associated with Shugendo (mountain ascetic practice) or Buddhist-Shinto syncretic traditions. The name suggests a connection to the concept of 'jakko' (寂光, the silent light of nirvana).
Shrines Dedicated to This Deity
| Shrine | Prefecture | Network Role |
|---|---|---|
| Koma Shrine 高麗神社 | Saitama | independent |
Frequently Asked Questions
Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team
Who is Jakko Ō in Japanese mythology?
Jakko Ō (寂光王) is Semi-legendary figure associated with certain mountain or syncretic shrine traditions. This deity appears in Historical and is enshrined at 1 shrines across Japan.
What shrines are dedicated to Jakko Ō?
There are 1 shrines in our database dedicated to Jakko Ō, including Koma Shrine.
What myths involve Jakko Ō?
Jakko Ō appears in myths from Historical. The deity is known as Semi-legendary figure associated with certain mountain or syncretic shrine traditions.