The god of Suwa
Takeminakata 建御名方命
Also known as: Takeminakata-no-Kami, Suwa Myōjin
The myth
Takeminakata, a son of Ōkuninushi, refused to hand over the land and challenged Takemikazuchi to a contest of strength. He lost, fled to Suwa in Nagano and promised to stay there.
He became the god of Suwa Taisha and was widely worshipped by warriors.
What people pray to Takeminakata for
- Victory in competition
- Work and career
- Warding off misfortune
Why: Worshipped by warriors at Suwa for centuries, he is prayed to for victory and strength in competition.
Where to meet Takeminakata
The element shown is the one used by Kamimap's fun guardian-kami quiz, based on traditional five-element associations. It is not a religious teaching.