Hachiman, one of the most popular Shintō deities of Japan; the patron deity of the Minamoto clan and of warriors in general; often referred to as the god of war. Hachiman is commonly regarded as the deification of Ōjin, the 15th emperor of Japan.
May 6, 2024
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In Japanese mythology, Hachiman (八幡神 Hachiman-jin/Yahata no kami) is the Japanese syncretic god of archery and war, incorporating elements from both ...
Although often called the god of war, he is more correctly defined as the tutelary god of warriors. He is also the divine protector of Japan, the Japanese ...
In Japanese folklore, Hachiman is believed to have descended from the heavens, manifested in the gentle waves of the sea, symbolizing his role as a guardian of ...