An is a guardian kami of a particular place in the Shinto religion of Japan. The ujigami are prayed to for a number of reasons, including protection from sickness, success in endeavors, and good harvests.
An is a guardian kami of a particular place in the Shinto religion of Japan. The ujigami are prayed to for a number of reasons, including protection from sickness, success in endeavors, and good harvests.
== History == While the exact origin of is uncertain, the term is believed to have first appear in the eighth century. Some believe have their origins in the worship of ancestral kami who returned to the homes of their descendents to watch over them. In its current form, the term ' is used to describe several other types of Shinto deities. Originally, the term ' referred to a family or clan god. It is believed that, at first, these deities were worshiped at temporary altars.
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