底津和多都美 · Ocean and Depths

Sokotsu-Watatsumi

Sokotsu-Watatsumi is the kami of the ocean depths, overseeing the transition between the wealth of marine life and the mysteries of the underworld. Associated with death due to the ocean’s power, he holds sway over liminal spaces where life tends to flourish yet can also be perilous.

Mythology

In Japanese mythology, Sokotsu-Watatsumi is a protector and provider for those who seek sustenance from the sea. His connection with both life and death underscores the duality of his existence within the aquatic realm.