Japanese Mythology
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The Sun: Amaterasu
Amaterasu was the Sun goddess of the oldest Japanese religion called Shinto. When her brother ...Read more
The Moon: Tsuki-Yomi
Tsuki-Yomi was the Moon god according the oldest Japanese religion, Shinto, which means "the ...Read more
The Storm: Susanowo
Susanowo was the god of the sea and the storms according to the ancient Japanese religion Shinto, ...Read moreDid you know?
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