Yatagarasu – 八咫烏

Description

This striking image shows a samurai encountering Yatagarasu, the three-legged crow of Japanese mythology, at Yatagarasu Shrine in Nara Prefecture. Yatagarasu, symbolizing divine guidance, hovers with glowing eyes, its presence filled with ancient wisdom. The samurai, standing in the soft light of the shrine, faces the sacred bird in a moment of spiritual significance. The scene blends the mystical and historical, capturing the deep connection between the warrior and the divine messenger.