Toyouke
Culture & Region
Japan (Shinto)
Time Period
c. 5th century CE (traditional); ancient agricultural deity
Domains
Foodagriculturesericultureindustryclothing
Symbols & Animals
Ricegrainsilk
Sacred Sites & Cult Centers
- Ise Grand Shrine (Outer Shrine - Geku)
Key Myths & Stories
Food goddess; brought to Ise to provide for Amaterasu; agriculture/industry patron
Related Deities
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