Wakumusubi no Kami
稚産霊神
Deity of young growth, sprouting plants, and agricultural beginnings; divine spirit of new life and vitality
About
Wakumusubi no Kami is the deity of young, vital growth and the burgeoning power of new life. The name combines 'waku' (to spring forth, to bubble up) and 'musubi' (the binding creative power present in Takamimusubi and Kamimusubi). From the head of Wakumusubi grew the silkworm and the mulberry tree, establishing the foundations of silk culture in Japan, according to the Kojiki.
Shrines Dedicated to This Deity
| Shrine | Prefecture | Network Role |
|---|---|---|
| Takekoma Inari Shrine 竹駒神社 | Miyagi | major_branch |
Frequently Asked Questions
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Who is Wakumusubi no Kami in Japanese mythology?
Wakumusubi no Kami (稚産霊神) is Deity of young growth, sprouting plants, and agricultural beginnings; divine spirit of new life and vitality. This deity appears in Kojiki & Nihon Shoki and is enshrined at 1 shrines across Japan.
What shrines are dedicated to Wakumusubi no Kami?
There are 1 shrines in our database dedicated to Wakumusubi no Kami, including Takekoma Inari Shrine.
What myths involve Wakumusubi no Kami?
Wakumusubi no Kami appears in myths from Kojiki & Nihon Shoki. The deity is known as Deity of young growth, sprouting plants, and agricultural beginnings; divine spirit of new life and vitality.