菅原道真
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Sugawara no Michizane
菅原道真
Sugawara no Michizane is a powerful god, known for controlling storms, and is often found in Tenmangu shrines.
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Kansai
平安時代
Heian
794 - 1185
Overview
A long period of peace and cultural flourishing centered in Heian-kyo (Kyoto). The imperial court reached its peak of refinement, producing world-renowned literature like 'The Tale of Genji'.
Significance
The height of classical Japanese culture. Aristocratic life was dominated by aesthetic pursuits and complex court rituals.
Yokai Context
The era of the Onmyoji (Yin-Yang Masters). Yokai were seen as manifestations of imbalance or vengeful spirits (Onryo) of political rivals. The Night Parade of One Hundred Demons (Hyakki Yagyo) was a very real fear.
Key Events
950
Abe no Seimei's Career
Life of the most famous Onmyoji.
ConnectionBattled numerous demons and defined methods of exorcism.
Yokai from Heian Period
式神
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Shikigami
式神
Shikigami is a summoned servant, known for obeying onmyoji masters, and is often found in rituals.
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Kansai
荼枳尼天
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Dakini
荼枳尼天
Dakini is a powerful deity, known for riding white foxes, and is often found in Inari shrines.
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Kansai
茨木童子
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Ibaraki Doji
茨木童子
Ibaraki Doji is a powerful oni, known as the deputy of Shuten Doji, and is often found on Mount Oe.
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Kansai
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Abe no Seimei
安倍晴明
Abe no Seimei was a real historical figure who served as an onmyoji (spiritual advisor) to the emperors of the Heian period. In folklore, he is the Japanese equivalent of Merlin—a powerful sorcerer born of a human father and a kitsune (fox) mother. He is the most famous occultist in Japanese history.
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Kansai