Mythology / susanoo-japanese-storm-god
Facts about Susanoo, Japanese Storm God
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Born from the nose of Izanagi during a purification ritual, Susanoo is one of three principal deities alongside Amaterasu and Tsukuyomi.
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A sibling rivalry between Susanoo and his sister Amaterasu, the sun goddess, led to her hiding in a cave and plunging the world into darkness.
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After being expelled from heaven, Susanoo descended to earth and eventually ruled the underworld realm known as Ne-no-Kuni.
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The storm god Susanoo was banished from the heavens by his father Izanagi after his loud mourning for his mother Izanami caused widespread destruction.
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In Japanese mythology, Susanoo is credited with slaying the eight-headed serpent Yamata no Orochi and discovering the legendary sword Kusanagi within its tail.