Takano Miko no Okami
高野御子大神
Koyasan area, escort deity
Kojiki & Nihon Shoki
About
A son of Niutsuhime no Okami, who guided Kobo Daishi to Mount Koya. Takano Miko serves as an escort deity leading pilgrims safely through the sacred mountain terrain of the Koyasan area.
Family Relationships
Parents
Animal Messenger
White Dog (白犬)
White dogs are associated with this deity as guides.
Shrines Dedicated to This Deity
| Shrine | Prefecture | Network Role |
|---|---|---|
| Niutsuhime Shrine 丹生都比賣神社 | Wakayama | Head shrine (souhonsha) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team
Who is Takano Miko no Okami in Japanese mythology?
Takano Miko no Okami (高野御子大神) is Koyasan area, escort deity. This deity appears in Kojiki & Nihon Shoki and is enshrined at 1 shrines across Japan.
What shrines are dedicated to Takano Miko no Okami?
There are 1 shrines in our database dedicated to Takano Miko no Okami, including Niutsuhime Shrine.
What myths involve Takano Miko no Okami?
Takano Miko no Okami appears in myths from Kojiki & Nihon Shoki. The deity is known as Koyasan area, escort deity.