Yodohime no Mikoto
淀姫命
Rivers, tidal inlets, Kyushu
淀姫神
Nihonshoki
About
A female water deity of rivers and tidal inlets in northern Kyushu, enshrined at Yodohime Jinja (Saga Prefecture). Also associated with the Yodo River area in Osaka. The deity blesses fishermen and those who navigate river and coastal waters.
Shrines Dedicated to This Deity
| Shrine | Prefecture | Network Role |
|---|---|---|
| Yodohime Shrine (Kawagami Shrine) 與止日女神社 | Saga |
Frequently Asked Questions
Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team
Who is Yodohime no Mikoto in Japanese mythology?
Yodohime no Mikoto (淀姫命) is Rivers, tidal inlets, Kyushu. This deity appears in Nihonshoki and is enshrined at 1 shrines across Japan.
What shrines are dedicated to Yodohime no Mikoto?
There are 1 shrines in our database dedicated to Yodohime no Mikoto, including Yodohime Shrine (Kawagami Shrine).
What myths involve Yodohime no Mikoto?
Yodohime no Mikoto appears in myths from Nihonshoki. The deity is known as Rivers, tidal inlets, Kyushu.