Kamowakeikazuchi no Kami
賀茂別雷大神
Thunder, protection of Kyoto, imperial capital
About
The principal deity of Kamigamo Jinja (Kamo Wake Ikazuchi Jinja) in Kyoto, born miraculously from a reed placed by his mother Tamayori Hime. The deity's name means 'distinguished thunder' and he protects the imperial capital from evil. One of the oldest shrines in Japan with records predating the Heian capital.
Shrines Dedicated to This Deity
| Shrine | Prefecture | Network Role |
|---|---|---|
| Kamigamo Shrine 賀茂別雷神社 | Kyoto | Upper Kamo Shrine |
Frequently Asked Questions
Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team
Who is Kamowakeikazuchi no Kami in Japanese mythology?
Kamowakeikazuchi no Kami (賀茂別雷大神) is Thunder, protection of Kyoto, imperial capital. This deity appears in Kojiki & Nihon Shoki and is enshrined at 1 shrines across Japan.
What shrines are dedicated to Kamowakeikazuchi no Kami?
There are 1 shrines in our database dedicated to Kamowakeikazuchi no Kami, including Kamigamo Shrine.
What myths involve Kamowakeikazuchi no Kami?
Kamowakeikazuchi no Kami appears in myths from Kojiki & Nihon Shoki. The deity is known as Thunder, protection of Kyoto, imperial capital.