Izanami-no-Mikoto is the primordial mother goddess, co-creator of the world. Her descent into Yomi (the underworld) marks the balance between life and death.

Which culture worshipped Izanami?

Izanami is associated with the Japanese tradition.

What is the sacred color of Izanami?

The sacred color of Izanami is #f08080.

What is the symbol of Izanami?

The symbol of Izanami is Comb & Flames.

What powers does Izanami have?

Mother of gods; goddess of creation and death.

What is the mythology of Izanami?

Izanami-no-Mikoto is the primordial mother goddess, co-creator of the world. Her descent into Yomi (the underworld) marks the balance between life and death.

Izanami — Japanese Mythology

Izanami

Creator Goddess

Culture: Japanese

Pantheon: Shinto Kami

Domain: Creation, Death, Fertility

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