Japanese Mythology Word Search

Find kami, legendary heroes, sacred objects, and stories from Japanese mythology and folklore.

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About the Japanese Mythology Word Search

This puzzle covers Japanese creation stories, kami, legendary figures, and objects from traditional tales. Look for names such as Amaterasu, Susanoo, and Izanami, along with Yomi, the Kojiki, and the sword Kusanagi. It suits readers exploring Japanese folklore, mythology, or cultural history, and fans of fantasy stories that draw on these traditions.

All 40 words in this puzzle

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  • Ama no Iwato
  • Amaterasu
  • Ame no Uzume
  • Benzaiten
  • Bishamonten
  • Daikoku
  • Ebisu
  • Fujin
  • Fukurokuju
  • Hachiman
  • Hoori
  • Inari
  • Izanagi
  • Izanami
  • Jurojin
  • Kagutsuchi
  • Kichijoten
  • Kintaro
  • Kojiki
  • Konohanasakuya
  • Kusanagi
  • Magatama
  • Momotaro
  • Nihon Shoki
  • Ninigi
  • Omoikane
  • Raijin
  • Ryujin
  • Sarutahiko
  • Shichifukujin
  • Shimenawa
  • Susanoo
  • Takamagahara
  • Toyotama
  • Tsukuyomi
  • Urashima
  • Yamata no Orochi
  • Yasakani
  • Yata no Kagami
  • Yomi

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