【Yokai & Mystery】 Takao Izuna DaiGongen(Tokyo pref.)
Mount Takao, a popular tourist destination, enshrines a deity called "Takao Iizuna Daigongen," who possesses various abilities.
This deity is a fusion of six Buddhist gods. (Nihedon @ KesaranPasaran Lab)
The Abilitise from Six Gods of Takao Izuna Daigongen
@ Ability of Fudo Myoo: The "Demon-Slaying Sword" held in his right hand, which "cuts down evil," and the "Lasso" held in his left hand, which "binds demons and rescues suffering beings," along with his costume. He is responsible for eradicating all evil and saving all sentient beings.
A Ability of Garuda: The beak, wings, and flames on his back. He is responsible for saving all sentient beings.
B Ability of Dakini: Riding a white fox. She is responsible for bestowing the power of foresight.
C Ability of Kankiten: Although not particularly evident in his form, he is responsible for bestowing wealth and prosperity, removing illness, promoting marital harmony, and granting children.
D Ability of Ugajin & E Ability of Benzaiten: The snakes wrapped around his hands and feet are said to represent these two deities. They are responsible for abundant harvests, business prosperity, and perfect happiness and longevity.
ACCESS :
☆Train:
Get off at Takaosanguchi Station on the Keio Takao Line and walk for 5 minutes.
Then, take the ropeway up to the mountaintop station and walk for 30 minutes to Takao Yakuoin Temple.
Real Takao Iizuna Daigongen is not open to the public. You can only pray to it.