Minashi no Kami
御名方神
Regional water, community protection
Nihonshoki
About
A local deity associated with water and community protection. The name Minashi relates to divine waters and sources. Enshrined at local shrines in regions with strong water-related traditions.
Shrines Dedicated to This Deity
| Shrine | Prefecture | Network Role |
|---|---|---|
| Hida Ichinomiya Minashi Shrine 飛騨一宮水無神社 | Gifu |
Frequently Asked Questions
Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team
Who is Minashi no Kami in Japanese mythology?
Minashi no Kami (御名方神) is Regional water, community protection. This deity appears in Nihonshoki and is enshrined at 1 shrines across Japan.
What shrines are dedicated to Minashi no Kami?
There are 1 shrines in our database dedicated to Minashi no Kami, including Hida Ichinomiya Minashi Shrine.
What myths involve Minashi no Kami?
Minashi no Kami appears in myths from Nihonshoki. The deity is known as Regional water, community protection.