Izuna Gongen

Izuna Gongen

Mountains, ascetic power, martial arts, victory

Izuna Daigongen
飯綱大権現
Kojiki & Nihon Shoki

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A syncretic mountain deity of Nagano's Iizuna mountain, combining elements of Shinto and esoteric Buddhism. Izuna Gongen is depicted riding a white fox and is venerated for bestowing victory in battle and success in ascetic practice. The deity was especially popular among samurai from the medieval period.

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White Fox (白狐)

Izuna Gongen rides a white fox and is closely associated with fox spirits.

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Takao Yakuoin Izuna Gongen Takao Yakuoin Izuna Gongen Tokyo head

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Who is Izuna Gongen in Japanese mythology?

Izuna Gongen (飯縄権現) is Mountains, ascetic power, martial arts, victory. This deity appears in Kojiki & Nihon Shoki and is enshrined at 1 shrines across Japan.

What shrines are dedicated to Izuna Gongen?

There are 1 shrines in our database dedicated to Izuna Gongen, including Takao Yakuoin Izuna Gongen.

What myths involve Izuna Gongen?

Izuna Gongen appears in myths from Kojiki & Nihon Shoki. The deity is known as Mountains, ascetic power, martial arts, victory.