僧正坊 · tengu · Mt Kurama

Sōjōbō

Sōjōbō is regarded as the king of tengu, known for his wisdom and martial skills and often portrayed as a human-like figure with a long nose. He plays a crucial role in the training of Minamoto no Yoshitsune.

Legend

The tale of Sōjōbō includes teaching Yoshitsune the ways of combat and strategy, shaping him into the legendary warrior that he became. Their relationship symbolizes the connection between humans and supernatural beings.