Hiruko

Japanese god
Person kami Q1067028
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Hiruko

Summary

Hiruko is a kami[1]. He has Wikipedia articles in 6 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[2]

Key Facts

  • Hiruko's father was Izanagi[3].
  • Hiruko's mother was Izanami[4].
  • Hiruko is recorded as male[5].
  • Hiruko's instance of is recorded as kami[6].
  • Hiruko's name in kana is recorded as ひるこ[7].
  • Hiruko's sibling is recorded as Amaterasu[8].
  • Hiruko's sibling is recorded as Tsukuyomi[9].
  • Hiruko's sibling is recorded as Susanoo[10].
  • Hiruko's sibling is recorded as Kagu-tsuchi[11].

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Origins and Family

Hiruko's father was Izanagi[3]. His mother was Izanami[4].

Why It Matters

Hiruko has Wikipedia articles in 6 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[2] He is known by 17 alternative names across languages and contexts.[12]

FAQs

Who were Hiruko's parents?

Hiruko's father was Izanagi[3]. Hiruko's mother was Izanami[4].

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  1. 6d ago · Yirba · 2026-08-13 view diff on Wikidata ↗
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    Sex or gender male
    Father Izanagi
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