In the third century a Chinese envoy wrote of a visit to the land of Wa (as Japan was known). At the time the country was divided into many small states, and he described how one of them called Yamatai … Read the rest
Category: Mythology (Page 11 of 11)
What happened to Amaterasu when she was banished from the imperial palace? It’s an intriguing question that goes to the heart of the imperial connection and the mythical descent from the sun goddess.
Some time ago I made a trip … Read the rest
In 2005 I made my first tip to Takachiho in Kyushu. I very much enjoyed it. The gorge was a striking
phenomenon and one could see why it would attract attention. The town claims to be where the kami first … Read the rest