The roots of Japan
Japanese mythology was written about 1300 years ago. But the story takes place even earlier. It begins when this world was created. On this page, you’ll read the most important Japanese myths !
Timeline
- Episode1-7 Precious children
Now safely on the Earth once more, Izanagi named Izanami, who had said she would kill a thousandContinue reading “Episode1-7 Precious children” - Episode1-6 Long silence
Izanami, hurt and vengeful, summoned forth Yomotsu-Shikome, the death-tainted hag of Yomi, and had her chase after Izanagi.Continue reading “Episode1-6 Long silence” - Episode1-5 The land of Yomi where the dead lived
Izanagi tried to forget about Izanami. But how could he forget about her or give up on her?Continue reading “Episode1-5 The land of Yomi where the dead lived” - Episode1-4 The god of Fire
Izanagi and Izanami had given birth to many gods, but no matter how many children they had, eachContinue reading “Episode1-4 The god of Fire” - Episode1-3 Birth of a country
Once they had cried all the tears they could, Izanagi and Izanami returned to the celestial world toContinue reading “Episode1-3 Birth of a country” - Episode1-2 The Sea’s song
One day, Izanagi and Izanami were summoned by the supreme celestial gods. They were told to rule overContinue reading “Episode1-2 The Sea’s song” - Episode1-1 The beginning
Long, long ago. Long before you were ever born. Long before I was ever born. In a timeContinue reading “Episode1-1 The beginning”