Yamatano-Orochi – 八岐大蛇

Description

In this striking image, a samurai travels through Unnan City in Shimane Prefecture and encounters the fearsome Yamata no Orochi, an eight-headed and eight-tailed serpent from Japanese mythology. The Yamata no Orochi is a legendary dragon said to have caused great destruction before being slain by the storm god Susanoo. The image captures the tense moment as the samurai faces this ancient and formidable creature, highlighting the epic clash between human courage and mythical power.