In the Hida region, Ryomen Sukuna is remembered as a hero who founded temples, and legends of Sukuna remain at Senkoji Temple.
Legend Site
Senkoji Temple (Hida)
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| Encyclopedia | Ryomen Sukuna |
|---|---|
| Location | Gifu Takayama |
| Type of place | Shrine or temple |
| Map position | Approximate position (Municipality), not the exact place |
A being said to have one body with two faces and four arms and four legs. The Nihon Shoki describes him as a bandit who defied the imperial court and was killed, but in the Hida region he is remembered as a hero who founded temples.