Harnessing the Power of the Dragon God: Ryūjin (Ep. 169)
Uncanny Japan - Japanese Folklore, Folktales, Myths and Language
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The Mythical World of Japanese Dragons and Ryūjin
This chapter investigates the mermaid-like ningyo as messengers to the dragon god Ryūjin, highlighting their prophetic significance in Japanese mythology. It further explores the divine lineage of Ryūjin, including his daughter Otohime, and a historical tale of a woman who claimed to be her reincarnation.
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