Takeiwatatsu no Mikoto
武磐龍命
Warrior deity associated with the Aso region of Kumamoto; son of Hikonnagisatake Ugayafukiaezu; principal deity of Aso Jinja
About
Takeiwatatsu no Mikoto (健磐龍命) is a warrior deity of the Aso region of Kumamoto Prefecture. He is traditionally identified as a son of the imperial line who was sent to pacify the Aso region, drained Lake Aso (which once filled the caldera), and established agriculture there. He is the principal deity of the ancient Aso Jinja (Ichinomiya of Higo Province) and is associated with the volcanic activity of Mt. Aso, one of the world's largest calderas.
Shrines Dedicated to This Deity
| Shrine | Prefecture | Network Role |
|---|---|---|
| Aso Shrine 阿蘇神社 | Kumamoto | head |
| Aoi Aso Shrine 青井阿蘇神社 | Kumamoto | notable_branch |
Frequently Asked Questions
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Who is Takeiwatatsu no Mikoto in Japanese mythology?
Takeiwatatsu no Mikoto (武磐龍命) is Warrior deity associated with the Aso region of Kumamoto; son of Hikonnagisatake Ugayafukiaezu; principal deity of Aso Jinja. This deity appears in Kojiki & Nihon Shoki and is enshrined at 2 shrines across Japan.
What shrines are dedicated to Takeiwatatsu no Mikoto?
There are 2 shrines in our database dedicated to Takeiwatatsu no Mikoto, including Aso Shrine, Aoi Aso Shrine.
What myths involve Takeiwatatsu no Mikoto?
Takeiwatatsu no Mikoto appears in myths from Kojiki & Nihon Shoki. The deity is known as Warrior deity associated with the Aso region of Kumamoto; son of Hikonnagisatake Ugayafukiaezu; principal deity of Aso Jinja.