Kuraokami no Kami

闇龗神

Dark rain, mountain water sources, winter rain

Kuraokami
高龗神
Kojiki & Nihon Shoki

About

The dragon deity of dark mountain rain, a counterpart to Takaokami (the deity of high-mountain rain). Born from the blood of Kagutsuchi, Kuraokami governs rain falling in shaded valleys and mountain recesses. Enshrined at the upper reaches of major rivers.

Family Relationships

Shrines Dedicated to This Deity

Shrine Prefecture Network Role
Niukawakami Shrine (Lower) 丹生川上神社下社 Nara Lower shrine

Frequently Asked Questions

Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team

Who is Kuraokami no Kami in Japanese mythology?

Kuraokami no Kami (闇龗神) is Dark rain, mountain water sources, winter rain. This deity appears in Kojiki & Nihon Shoki and is enshrined at 1 shrines across Japan.

What shrines are dedicated to Kuraokami no Kami?

There are 1 shrines in our database dedicated to Kuraokami no Kami, including Niukawakami Shrine (Lower).

What myths involve Kuraokami no Kami?

Kuraokami no Kami appears in myths from Kojiki & Nihon Shoki. The deity is known as Dark rain, mountain water sources, winter rain.