Indian Gods in Japan: A surprising spiritual connection

A social media user, Jaee Vartak of Enso School of Languages, with an aim to spread awareness about Japan and the language, shares educative posts on Instagram. A recent post titled 'Indian Gods in Japan' has garnered immense attraction as it talks about how Indian gods and goddesses have had a significant influence on Japanese Buddhism. From the revered Saraswati in India to Benzaiten in Japan, the post highlights ancient connections through their gods.

In Japanese Buddhism, Lakshmi, the Hindu goddess of prosperity and good fortune, is worshipped as Kisshoten.

Benzaiten, a revered figure in Japanese Buddhism, represents Maa Saraswati, the Hindu deity of knowledge and arts.

Lord Shiva is called Daijizaiten in Japanese Buddhism.

Lord Ganesha, known as the remover of obstacles, is worshipped as Kangiten in Japanese Buddhism.