Legend says Ibaraki-doji was born in Ibaraki in Settsu Province, and stories about the oni remain in the city.
Legend Site
Ibaraki, Said Birthplace of Ibaraki-doji
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| Encyclopedia | Ibaraki-doji |
|---|---|
| Location | Osaka Ibaraki |
| Type of place | Historic site or landmark |
| Map position | Approximate position (Municipality), not the exact place |
An oni said to be the chief follower of Shuten-doji, chief of the oni of Mount Oe. It is known for the legend in which Watanabe no Tsuna, one of Minamoto no Raiko's Four Heavenly Kings, cut off its arm, and it came back to retrieve it. It is a subject of Noh and kabuki.