Nyakuichi Oji
若一王子
Kumano sacred sites, youth and renewal
Nyakuichi Gongen
若一王子権現
Kojiki & Nihon Shoki
About
A syncretic deity of the Kumano pilgrimage route, representing one of the 'oji' (subsidiary shrines) along the Kumano Kodo. Nyakuichi Oji embodies the principle of renewal and is venerated at wayside shrines along the pilgrimage road.
Shrines Dedicated to This Deity
| Shrine | Prefecture | Network Role |
|---|---|---|
| Nyakuichioji Shrine 若一王子神社 | Nagano | Branch |
Frequently Asked Questions
Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team
Who is Nyakuichi Oji in Japanese mythology?
Nyakuichi Oji (若一王子) is Kumano sacred sites, youth and renewal. This deity appears in Kojiki & Nihon Shoki and is enshrined at 1 shrines across Japan.
What shrines are dedicated to Nyakuichi Oji?
There are 1 shrines in our database dedicated to Nyakuichi Oji, including Nyakuichioji Shrine.
What myths involve Nyakuichi Oji?
Nyakuichi Oji appears in myths from Kojiki & Nihon Shoki. The deity is known as Kumano sacred sites, youth and renewal.