Is Raijin a god?

Sculpture of Raijin from Sanjūsangen-dō temple in Kyoto. Raijin (雷神, lit. "Thunder God"), also known as Kaminari-sama (雷様), Raiden-sama (雷電様), Narukami (鳴る神), Raikou (雷公), and Kamowakeikazuchi-no-kami is a god of lightning, thunder, and storms in Japanese mythology and the Shinto religion.

Is Raijin a typhoon God?

One of these is the thunder god Raijin. In a country prone to extreme weather, the god of storms could be a terrifying figure. Throughout its history, the people of Japan have been at Raijin’s mercy when he sends kamikaze typhoons and the destruction they bring. The thunder god was not entirely malevolent, however.

Is Raijin a demon?

He and his brother Fujin duel constantly to determine who the true ruler of the skies is. While he is widely respected, feared and seen as an Oni, or demon, the Japanese see Raijin as a good spirit. Based on an old belief that lightning fertilizes crops, this thunder god is also a god of agriculture to whom farmers pray.