Susanoo-no-Mikoto Mask by Kiyomi Yokota kijinkei The Komainu (狛犬) and Shishi

The Komainu (狛犬) and Shishi (獅子) are lions who protect both Buddhist and Shinto Shrines

They are also called Okiagari Koboshi or tumbler dolls

He is the younger brother of Amaterasu

Ouashiro and Tamano

Almost always depicted with horns

Susanoo-no-Mikoto Mask by Kiyomi Yokota kijinkei The Komainu (狛犬) and ShishiTraditional Japanese Susanoo no Mikoto Mask Description Susanno no Miikoto () is the kami (god) of the sea and storm, and one of the most significant in Japanese mythology. Legend is Susanno was born when the god Izanagi washed his nose. He is the younger brother of Amaterasu, the sun goddess and ancestress of the Japanese imperial line. After feuding with his sister, Susanno was thrown out of heaven. When he descended to earth, he found a couple who