Shinigami

Miyazu, Kyoto Prefecture. Statue of Yama (Enma) at Nariai-ji.

Shinigami (Japanese: 死神, lit.'kami of death') are kami that invite humans toward death in certain aspects of Japanese religion and culture. Shinigami have been described as monsters, helpers, and creatures of darkness. Shinigami are used for tales and religions in Japanese culture.[1][2]

  1. ^ Cite error: The named reference 七会a was invoked but never defined (see the help page).
  2. ^ 河野信子編 (1995). 女と男の時空. Vol. 1. 藤原書店. p. 115. ISBN 978-4-89434-022-0.