Omonoimi no Kami
大物忌神
Deity of ritual purity and sacred abstinence; enshrined at Tobishima Island in Yamagata (Shojin Jinja)
About
Omonoimi no Kami (大物忌神) is a deity of ritual purity and sacred abstinence (imi). The term 'mono-imi' refers to the Shinto practice of ritual abstinence before sacred ceremonies. The deity is associated with the sacred island of Tobishima in Yamagata Prefecture and represents the spiritual principle of purification through disciplined avoidance.
Shrines Dedicated to This Deity
| Shrine | Prefecture | Network Role |
|---|---|---|
| Chokaisan Omonoimi Shrine 鳥海山大物忌神社 | Yamagata | head |
Frequently Asked Questions
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Who is Omonoimi no Kami in Japanese mythology?
Omonoimi no Kami (大物忌神) is Deity of ritual purity and sacred abstinence; enshrined at Tobishima Island in Yamagata (Shojin Jinja). This deity appears in Kojiki & Nihon Shoki and is enshrined at 1 shrines across Japan.
What shrines are dedicated to Omonoimi no Kami?
There are 1 shrines in our database dedicated to Omonoimi no Kami, including Chokaisan Omonoimi Shrine.
What myths involve Omonoimi no Kami?
Omonoimi no Kami appears in myths from Kojiki & Nihon Shoki. The deity is known as Deity of ritual purity and sacred abstinence; enshrined at Tobishima Island in Yamagata (Shojin Jinja).