Sakatoke no Kami
坂戸神
Mountain pass, border protection
Nihonshoki
About
A deity of mountain passes and border points, one of the four deities enshrined at Umenomiya Taisha in Kyoto. The name suggests protection at the point where roads pass through mountain slopes.
Shrines Dedicated to This Deity
| Shrine | Prefecture | Network Role |
|---|---|---|
| Umenomiya Taisha 梅宮大社 | Kyoto |
Frequently Asked Questions
Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team
Who is Sakatoke no Kami in Japanese mythology?
Sakatoke no Kami (坂戸神) is Mountain pass, border protection. This deity appears in Nihonshoki and is enshrined at 1 shrines across Japan.
What shrines are dedicated to Sakatoke no Kami?
There are 1 shrines in our database dedicated to Sakatoke no Kami, including Umenomiya Taisha.
What myths involve Sakatoke no Kami?
Sakatoke no Kami appears in myths from Nihonshoki. The deity is known as Mountain pass, border protection.