雷神 · thunder

Kaminari

Kaminari is a kami worshipped at a specific shrine in the Tohoku region, honored as the spirit of thunder and storms. Local farmers invoke this kami's name when preparing for seasonal thunderstorms, hoping to mitigate damage and promote beneficial rain.

Mythology

Legend holds that Kaminari manifested during a fierce storm to reassure frightened villagers. The kami struck the earth, causing bountiful harvests to flourish despite the storm's destructive nature.