Mizuhanome no Kami
罔象女神
Water, springs, irrigation
Mizuhame
弥都波能売神
Kojiki & Nihon Shoki
About
Alternate reading/name for Mizuhame no Mikoto — the water goddess born from Izanami. Governs springs, wells, and water sources essential for agriculture.
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Shrines Dedicated to This Deity
| Shrine | Prefecture | Network Role |
|---|---|---|
| Niukawakami Shrine (Middle) 丹生川上神社 | Nara | Middle shrine (considered the original) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team
Who is Mizuhanome no Kami in Japanese mythology?
Mizuhanome no Kami (罔象女神) is Water, springs, irrigation. This deity appears in Kojiki & Nihon Shoki and is enshrined at 1 shrines across Japan.
What shrines are dedicated to Mizuhanome no Kami?
There are 1 shrines in our database dedicated to Mizuhanome no Kami, including Niukawakami Shrine (Middle).
What myths involve Mizuhanome no Kami?
Mizuhanome no Kami appears in myths from Kojiki & Nihon Shoki. The deity is known as Water, springs, irrigation.