日枝山権現 · mountain deity

Hie/Sannō Gongen

Hie/Sannō Gongen symbolizes the union of masculine and feminine divine aspects, revered at Hiei-zan. As a protector of governance and the imperial family, he is associated with the Buddhist deity Hieizan-choja, aligning protection with spiritual enlightenment.

Mythology

He is said to have descended from the celestial realm to grant protection to the Ashikaga clan during troubled times, representing the harmony of mountain spirits and Buddhist guardians.