Shiotsuchi no Okami
塩椎神
Wise deity of the sea and salt; guided Hoori to the underwater palace; patron of fishermen and seafarers
About
Alternate form of the entry for Shiotsuchi Oji no Kami. The wise old deity of salt and sea who guided the hunter Hoori (Mountain Luck) to the underwater palace of Watatsumi when he sought his brother's lost fishhook. Also said to have advised Emperor Jimmu's eastern expedition. Enshrined at Shiogama Shrine (Miyagi) and other coastal sites.
Shrines Dedicated to This Deity
| Shrine | Prefecture | Network Role |
|---|---|---|
| Aoshima Shrine 青島神社 | Miyazaki |
Frequently Asked Questions
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Who is Shiotsuchi no Okami in Japanese mythology?
Shiotsuchi no Okami (塩椎神) is Wise deity of the sea and salt; guided Hoori to the underwater palace; patron of fishermen and seafarers. This deity appears in Kojiki & Nihon Shoki and is enshrined at 1 shrines across Japan.
What shrines are dedicated to Shiotsuchi no Okami?
There are 1 shrines in our database dedicated to Shiotsuchi no Okami, including Aoshima Shrine.
What myths involve Shiotsuchi no Okami?
Shiotsuchi no Okami appears in myths from Kojiki & Nihon Shoki. The deity is known as Wise deity of the sea and salt; guided Hoori to the underwater palace; patron of fishermen and seafarers.