ninigi (Meaning)
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ninigi (n)
grandson of Amaterasu and first ruler of Japan
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ninigi Sentence Examples
- Ninigi, the grandson of the sun goddess Amaterasu, descended to Earth on a floating bridge.
- He established the Japanese imperial line, which claims its lineage directly from Ninigi.
- The story of Ninigi's descent is a central part of Japanese mythology.
- According to legend, Ninigi brought rice seeds from heaven to cultivate on Earth.
- He was accompanied by a group of officials and scholars, who helped him establish his rule.
- Ninigi's reign marked the beginning of the Jomon period in Japanese history.
- He founded the city of Takachiho, which later became an important religious center.
- The legend of Ninigi has been passed down through generations in various forms, including epic poems and oral traditions.
- Historical records indicate that the imperial line may have originated during the Yayoi period, rather than during Ninigi's time.
- Despite these discrepancies, Ninigi remains a revered figure in Japanese mythology and culture.
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grandson of Amaterasu and first ruler of Japan
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Ninigi, the grandson of the sun goddess Amaterasu, descended to Earth on a floating bridge.
He established the Japanese imperial line, which claims its lineage directly from Ninigi.
The story of Ninigi's descent is a central part of Japanese mythology.
According to legend, Ninigi brought rice seeds from heaven to cultivate on Earth.
