Umashimaji
宇摩志麻遅命
Mononobe clan, military, divine weapons
Umashimaji no Mikoto
物部氏の祖
Nihonshoki
About
The son of Nigihayahi no Mikoto and the ancestor of the powerful Mononobe clan, who served as military commanders and weapons keepers in the ancient Yamato court. Umashimaji is enshrined at Isonokami Jingu and related Mononobe clan shrines.
Shrines Dedicated to This Deity
| Shrine | Prefecture | Network Role |
|---|---|---|
| Mononobe Shrine 物部神社 | Shimane |
Frequently Asked Questions
Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team
Who is Umashimaji in Japanese mythology?
Umashimaji (宇摩志麻遅命) is Mononobe clan, military, divine weapons. This deity appears in Nihonshoki and is enshrined at 1 shrines across Japan.
What shrines are dedicated to Umashimaji?
There are 1 shrines in our database dedicated to Umashimaji, including Mononobe Shrine.
What myths involve Umashimaji?
Umashimaji appears in myths from Nihonshoki. The deity is known as Mononobe clan, military, divine weapons.