Name Meaning
Soragami (空神) literally means “Sky God” in Japanese, but in yokai lore, it refers to a disciplinary spirit that takes the form of a tengu-like being.
- Sora (空) = Sky
- Gami (神) = God or divine spirit
Origin
- Associated with tengu legends and Shinto rituals for discipline or divine punishment.
- Mentioned in obscure folklore as a manifestation of divine justice.
- Summoned through prayers or exorcism to chastise wrongdoers.
Appearance
- Often described as tengu-like—red-faced with wings and bird-like features.
- Wields a staff or fan as a symbol of judgment.
- Sometimes appears with stormy clouds or wind as a herald of its arrival.
Behavior & Myths
- Summoned to punish arrogance, dishonor, or unrepentant wrongdoing.
- Acts as a divine enforcer, scaring or harming those who defy spiritual law.
- Fades after retribution is complete or penance is made.
Symbolism
- Symbolizes divine retribution, justice, and ritual purification.
- Represents the spiritual consequences of arrogance and disrespect.
- Serves as a spiritual warning or call to reflection in traditional practices.
