This list includes 4 Japanese gods that start with G, from “Gassan no Kami” to “Gozu Tennō”. It covers major Shinto kami, regional and folk deities, and examples useful for study or travel.
Japanese gods that start with G are deities and spirits from Shinto, Buddhism, and local folklore whose names begin with G. For example, “Gozu Tennō” illustrates long-standing Shinto–Buddhist syncretism in Japanese religious history.
Below you’ll find the table with Name, Reading, Domain, Symbols, Shrine/Region, and Notes.
Name: The standardized English and romanized name so you can quickly identify each listed deity.
Reading: Hepburn romanization and kana give you pronunciation and help with accurate alphabetizing in lists.
Domain: A concise phrase describing the deity’s sphere, so you can match gods to themes or stories.
Symbols: One to three common icons or motifs that help you visually recognize or research the deity.
Shrine/Region: Primary shrine or locale associated with the deity, helping you plan visits or cultural research.
Notes: Brief historical, syncretic, or variant-name details to give quick context and useful cross-references for research.
Japanese gods that start with G
| Name | Japanese (Kanji/Kana) | Primary source or main shrine | Domain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gassan no Kami | 月山の神 (がっさんのかみ) | Gassan Shrine | Moon, afterlife, the past |
| Genten Kōjin | 源典荒神 (げんてんこうじん) | Seichō-ji Temple | Hearth, protection, martial luck |
| Gion no Kami | 祇園の神 (ぎおんのかみ) | Yasaka Shrine | Pestilence, purification, prosperity |
| Gozu Tennō | 牛頭天王 (ごずてんのう) | Yasaka Shrine | Disease, epidemics, justice, purification |