Who is the grandson of the sun goddess Amaterasu?
Ninigi
Susanoo
Tsukuyomi
Raijin
Answer
Ninigi, the grandson of the sun goddess Amaterasu, was a legendary figure in Japanese mythology. According to the Kojiki and Nihon Shoki, Amaterasu sent Ninigi to rule the earthly realm of Ashihara no Nakatsukuni. Ninigi's descent from heaven marked the beginning of the imperial line of Japan, with the current emperor tracing his lineage back to him.
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