Bonji and Buddhist deities
Here we introduce Bonji (Sanskrit Seed) and Buddhist deities adopted as designs at PY Kobo.
At the end of this page, we will also introduce “Bonji (Sanskrit Seed) to choose by wishes” and “Recommended items”, so please refer to them when choosing items.
What is Bonji?
Bonji is a sacred character that represents Shinto and Buddha in one character. In a broad sense, it refers to the Brahmi script of ancient India, but in a narrow sense, it refers to Sanskrit. Also Sanskrit characters mean characters created by Brahma. In PY Kobo, Bonji means the Sanskrit characters.
A variant of the Siddha‐mātṛkā script developed from the Brahmi script was transmitted from China to Japan along with Buddhism. These Bonji characters are called “悉曇文字” (Siddhaṃ script). In India, the Devanagari script, which is more advanced than the Siddha‐mātṛkā script, is used today.
PY Kobo creates accessories and designs using Sanskrit characters, which are called the Siddhaṃ script. We introduce Buddhist deities, who are related in Sanskrit characters, and profits. By all means, please refer to them when choosing items.
Bonji (Sanskrit Seed) and Buddhist deities’ profits
There are more than 1,800 Buddhist deities in the mandala that has been handed down to Japan. Also there are NYORAI (Tathagata), BOSATSU (Bodhisattva), MYOOH (Kings of Mystical Knowledge), TENBU (Divine Beings), and other groups in the Buddhist deities.
Benefit is the blessings and good luck that deity and Buddha give to humans. Depending on your wishes, you may be recovering from sickness or fulfilling your studies. The Buddhist deities also have individualities, and the blessings they have given are truly diverse.
We introduce the main blessings of Buddhist deities, so that you can be more happy by knowing the Buddhist deities who give you benefits that match your wishes.
NYORAI (Tathagata) Group
We introduce Nyorai (Tathagata) and blessings.The term “Buddha” mean to awaken, and is widely recognized Tathagata (Sanskrit) or Nyorai (Japanese) in Japan.
In the world of Buddha, there are the Kongokai (Diamond World) and Taizokai (Womb World). Dainichi Nyorai, who is considered to be the highest Buddha in the world of esotericism, inhabits each world, and therefore we describes three types of Sanskrit characters.
The enlightened Buddha is characterized by the unadorned clothing and the spiral hairstyle.
Nyorai (Tathagata)
Shaka Nyorai (Gautama), Ashuku Nyorai (Akshobhya), Dainichi Nyorai (Mahavairocana), Amida Nyorai (Amitabha), Yakushi Nyorai (Bhaiṣajyaguru) etc.
Sanskrit name: MahāvairocanaBonji (Sanskrit Seed): Ban
Explanation: Cosmic Buddha, wears a crown and necklace. Central deity among the Five Buddha of Wisdom (Five Tathagata). As the patron deity (Honzon 本尊) for those who born in the Oriental zodiac years of the Sheep and the Monkey.
Blessings: Guardian (Shugo 守護), Security (Antai 安泰), Better fortune (Kaiun 開運), Wish (Ganjyo 願成)
Famous temple: Enjoji 円成寺 （Nara prefecture）
Mantra: On basara dado ban (おん ばざら だど ばん)
Bonji (Sanskrit Seed): BaankuExplanation: Symbolizes the wisdom needed to gain enlightenment.
Blessings: Achievement (Tassei 達成), Wisdom (Chie 智慧)
Famous temple: Enjoji 円成寺 （Nara prefecture）
Mantra: On bazara dado ban (おん ばざら だど ばん in Japanese)
Bonji (Sanskrit Seed): aankuExplanation: Symbolizes the infinite spread of mercy.
Blessings: Good Luck (Kouun 幸運), Huge harvest (Houjyo 豊穣)
Famous temple: Myourakuji 妙楽寺 （Chiba prefecture）
Mantra: Naumaku sanmanda bodanan abiraunken (なうまく さんまんだ ぼだなん あびらうんけん)
Sanskrit name: VairocanaBonji (Sanskrit Seed): A
Explanation: Buddha’s psychology itself. Rubishana Nyorai is also called Rushanabutsu (盧舎那仏) and is said to represent the sun.
Blessings: Security (Antai 安泰), Good luck (Kouun 幸運), Better fortune (Kaiun 開運), Wish (Ganjyo 願成)
Famous temple: Todaiji Temple 東大寺 （Nara prefecture）
Mantra: Naumaku sanmanda bodanan abiraunken (なうまく さんまんだ ぼだなん あびらうんけん)
Sanskrit name: SakyamuniBonji (Sanskrit Seed): Baku
Explanation: Gotama Siddhattha who was a prince of ancient India, attained enlightenment and became the founder of Buddhism. Oshaka-sama (お釈迦さま) in Japanese. It is said that Shaka Nyorai leads us to enlightenment.
Blessings: Longevity (Chojyu 長寿), Guardian (Shugo 守護), Achievement (Tassei 達成), Wisdom (Chie 智慧)
Famous Temple: Horyuji 法隆寺 （Nara prefecture）
Mantra: Naumaku samanda bodanan Baku (なうまく さまんだ ぼだなん ばく)
Sanskrit name: AmitabhaBonji (Sanskrit Seed): Kiriiku
Explanation: Buddha of Infinite Light and Life. The ruler of the Western Pure Land called the Land of Happiness (Gokurakujodo 極楽浄土) in Buddhism. It is said Amida Noray leads the deceased to the Land of Happiness.
As one of the 13 Buddha (Jūsanbutsu 十三仏).
As one of the Five Tathagata of Wisdom (Gochi Norai 五智如来).
As the patron deity (Honzon 本尊) for those who born in the Oriental zodiac years of the Dog and the Boar.
Blessings: Security (Antai 安泰), Longevity (Chojyu 長寿), Warding off evil (Yakuyoke 厄除), Future life in Buddhism (Raise 来世)
Famous temple: Byodoin Ho-oh-doh 平等院鳳凰堂 （Kyoto）
Mantra: On amirita tei zei kara un (おん あみりた てい ぜい から うん)
Sanskrit name: BhaiṣajyaguruBonji (Sanskrit Seed): Bei
Explanation: Another name is Yakushirurikou Nyoyai 薬師瑠璃光如来. Yakushi Nyorai lives in the seventh of the seven eastern Pure Lands. It is said that Yakushi Nyorai helps and provides peace to those who are ill in this world. Yakushi Nyorai has a medicine pot in his hand.
As one of the 13 Buddha (Jūsanbutsu 十三仏).
As one of Seven Forms of Yakushi (Shichibutsu-yakushi 七仏薬師).
Blessings: Longevity (Chojyu 長寿), Safe child birth (Anzan 安産), Warding off evil (Yakuyoke 厄除), Cure of the illness (Byouki-heiyu 病気平癒) （Especially eye disease）
Famous temple: Sinyakushiji 新薬師寺 （Nara prefecture）
Mantra: On korokoro sendari matougi sowaka (おん ころころ せんだり まとうぎ そわか)
Sanskrit name: AkṣobhyaBonji (Sanskrit Seed): Un
Explanation: Imperturbable Buddha. In esoteric Buddhism, Ashuku Nyorai protects the East as the Buddha located on all four sides around Dainichi Nyorai. It is said Ashuku Nyorai gives a strong heart to overcome hesitation.
As one of the Five Tathagata of Wisdom (Gochi Norai 五智如来).
As one of Four Buddha of Four Directions (Shihou-shibutu 四方四仏) in Golden Light Sutra (Konkomyo-kyo Sutra 金光明経).
Blessings： Strong will (Fuwaku 不惑), Robustness (Kyuoken 強健), Health (Kenkou 健康), Cure of the illness (Byouki-heiyu 病気平癒)
Famous temple: Toji temple 東寺 （Kyoto）
Mantra: On akishubiya un (おん あきしゅびや うん)
BOSATSU Group
We introduce the main BOSATSU (Bodhisattva) and blessings in two parts.
BOSATSU (Bodhisattva) Part 1
Those who are training for the purpose of enlightenment, are characterized by wearing ornaments such as crowns and necklaces.
BOSATSU (Bodhisattva)
Kannon Bosatsu (Avalokitesvara), Kokuzo Bosatsu(Akasagarbha), Miroku Bosatu(Maitreya), Monju Bosatsu(Manjushri), Fugen Bosatu(Samantabhadra) etc..
Sanskrit name: MaitreyaBonji (Sanskrit Seed): Yu
Explanation: It is said that he will give people the merits of this world’s interest while practicing to become Nyorai.
Blessings: Salvation in the afterlife
Famous temple: Chusonji 中宮寺 （Nara prefecture）
Mantra: On Maitareiya sowaka (おん まいたれいや そわか)
Sanskrit name: AvalokiteśvaraBonji (Sanskrit Seed): Sa
Explanation:Also known as Kanzeon Bosatsu (観世音菩薩). It is said that it will change into six different shapes and save the people of the Rokudo world (六道).
Blessings: Salvation of all desires and distress
Famous temple: Daihouonji 大報恩寺 （Kyoto prefecture） *Important cultural property
Mantra: On Arorikiya sowaka (おん あろりきや そわか)
Sanskrit name: āvalokiteśvaraBonji (Sanskrit Seed): Sa
Explanation: Kannon Bosatsu. It is said to save the people of the Rokudo world of hell.
Blessings: Afterlife (Raise 来世), Warding off evil (Yakuyoke 厄除), Better fortune (Kaiun 開運rt>かいうん), Wish (Ganjyo 願成)
Famous temple: Asakusaji 浅草寺 （Tokyo）
Mantra: On Arorikiya Sowaka (おん あろりきや そわか)
Sanskrit name: EkadaśamukhaBonji (Sanskrit Seed): Kya
Explanation: Kannon who has 11 different faces on his head and is watching all directions. It is said that the transformation of Kannon Bodhisattva will save those who are lost in the Asura world (Ashura-kai 阿修羅界) of Rokudo.
Blessings: Security (Antai 安泰), Cure of the illness (Byouki-heiyu 病気平癒), Huge harvest (Houjyo 豊穣), Victory (Shouri 勝利)
Famous temple: Kannonji 観音寺 （Kyoto） *National treasure
Mantra: On Rokeijinbara Kiriku Sowaka (おん ろけいじんばら きりく そわか)
Sanskrit name: SahasrabhujaBonji (Sanskrit Seed): Kiriiku
Explanation: Kannon with eleven faces and 1,000 hands. It is said that the transformation of Kannon Bodhisattva will help those who are lost in the hungry spirits world (Gaki-kai (餓鬼界) of the Rokudo worlds.
Blessings: Cure of the illness (Byouki-heiyu 病気平癒), Longevity (Chojyu 長寿), Success of Love (Renai Jyouju 恋愛成就), Wish (Ganjyo 願成)
Famous temple: Sanjyusangengou 三十三間堂 （Kyoto）
Mantra: On Bazara tarama Kiriku (おん ばざら たらま きりく)
Sanskrit name: HayagrīvaBonji (Sanskrit Seed): Uun
Explanation: Guardian Buddha of animals. It’s characterized by its angry face, and is said to save those lost in the animal world of the Rikudo worlds.
Blessings： Guardian (Shugo 守護), Warding off evil (Yakuyoke 厄除), Traffic safety (Koutsu Anzen 交通安全), Animal protection (Doubutsu Shugo 動物守護)
Famous temple: Magoji 馬居寺 （Fukui prefecture） *Important cultural property
Mantra: On Amiritodoban Un Batta Sowaka (おん あみりとどばん うん ばった そわか)
Sanskrit name: CintāmaṇicakraBonji (Sanskrit Seed): Kiriku
Explanation: It is said that he is a transformation of Kannon Bodhisattva and rescues those who are lost in the Heavenly World of the Rokudo worlds and gives people happiness and treasures, and crushes their anguish.
Blessings: Safe child birth (Anzan 安産), Huge harvest (Houjyo 豊穣), Longevity (Chojyu 長寿), Wisdom (Chie 智慧)
Famous Temple: Kanshinji 観心寺 （Osaka） *National treasure
Mantra: On Handoma Shindamani Jinbara Un (おん はんどま しんだまに じんばら うん)
Sanskrit name: CundīBonji (Sanskrit Seed): Bo
Explanation: Originally the goddess Durga, the princess of Lord Shiva in Hinduism. It is said that it symbolizes motherhood and confers a compassionate cleanliness. Another name is Shichikuteibutsumo (七倶胝仏母).
Blessings: Pregnancy (Kosazuke 子授け), Safe child birth (Anzan 安産), Guardian (Shugo 守護), Purification (Jyouka 浄化)
Famous temple: Daigoji 醍醐寺 （Kyoto）*World Heritage
Mantra: On sharei Juntei Sowaka (おん しゃれい しゅれい じゅんてい そわか)
BOSATSU Group Part2
Sanskrit name: MañjuśrīBonji (Sanskrit Seed): Man
Explanation: According to the saying, “Two heads are better than one,” Bodhisattva riding a lion famous for wisdom and learning. As the patron deity (Honzon 本尊) for those who born in the Oriental zodiac years of the Rabbit.
Blessings: Success in entrance examinations (Goukaku 合格), Academic achievement (Gakugyo Jyoju 学業成就), Better fortune (Kaiun 開運), Wisdom (Chie 智慧)
Famous temple: Abe Monjuin 安倍文殊院 （Nara prefecture） *National Treasure
Mantra: On Arahasha Nou (おん あらはしゃ のう)
Sanskrit name: SamantabhadraBonji (Sanskrit Seed): An
Explanation: A bodhisattva who rides on an elephant, and is said to appear everywhere and save life. As the patron deity (Honzon 本尊) for those who born in the Oriental zodiac years of the Dragon and the Snake.
Blessings: Guardian (Shugo 守護), Longevity (Chojyu 長寿), Better fortune (Kaiun 開運), Wisdom (Chie 智慧)
Famous temple: Ookura Shukokan大倉集古館 （Tokyo） *National Treasure
Mantra: On Sanmaiya Satoban (おん さんまいや さとばん)
Sanskrit name: KṣitigarbhaBonji (Sanskrit Seed): Ka
Explanation: A bodhisattva who is famous for Ojizo-san (お地蔵さん), which is said to be the incarnation of Enma Daio. It is said to envelop and save people with a great heart of compassion.
Blessings: Safe child birth (Anzan 安産), Huge harvest (Houjyo 豊穣), Traffic safety (Koutsu Anzen 交通安全), Health (Kenkou 健康)
Famous temple: Horyuji 法隆寺 （Nara prefecture） *National Treasure
Mantra: On Kakaka Bisanmaei Sowaka (おん かかか びさんまえい そわか)
Sanskrit name: MahāsthāmaprāptaBonji (Sanskrit Seed): Saku
Explanation: It is said that the light of wisdom illuminates everything to save people from hesitation and suffering. As the patron deity (Honzon 本尊) for those who born in the Oriental zodiac years of the Horse.
Blessings: Wish (Ganjyo 願成), Family (Kazoku 家族), Warding off evil (Yakuyoke 厄除), Wisdom (Chie 智慧)
Famous Temple: Ninnaji 仁和寺 （Kyoto） *National Treasure
Mantra: On Sanzansaku Sowaka (おん さんざんさく そわか)
Sanskrit name: ĀkāśagarbhaBonji (Sanskrit Seed): Taraaku
Explanation: It is said that he is the Bodhisattva who controls the two virtues of the goodness of Dainichi Nyorai, and he gives people infinite wisdom and compassion. As the patron deity (Honzon 本尊) for those who born in the Oriental zodiac years of the Ox and the Tiger.
Blessings: Achievement (Tassei 達成), Skill improvement (Gigei Jyotatsu 技芸上達), Academic achievement (Gakugyo Jyoju 学業成就), Wisdom (Chie 智慧)
Famous temple: Jingoji Tahoutou 神護寺多宝塔 （Kyoto） *National Treasure (Special release only)
Mantra: On Basara Aratannou On Taraku Sowaka (おん ばさら あらたんのう おん たらく そわか)
Sanskrit name: SuryaprabhaBonji (Sanskrit Seed): A
Explanation: Bodhisattva is enshrined as Yakushi Nyorai’s left armor. It is said to illuminate the sunlight and eliminate the darkness of suffering.
Blessings: Good luck (Kouun 幸運), Cure of the illness (Byouki-heiyu 病気平癒), Health (Kenkou 健康), Warding off evil (Yakuyoke 厄除)
Famous temple: Yakushiji 薬師寺（Nara prefecture） *National Treasure
Mantra: On Soriya Harabaya Sowaka (おん そりや はらばや そわか)
Sanskrit name: CandraprabhaBonji (Sanskrit Seed): Sha
Explanation: Bodhisattva is enshrined as the right armor of Yakushi Nyorai. It is said that he will remove the anxiety with the kindness of the moonlight.
Blessings: Warding off evil (Yakuyoke 厄除), Cure of the illness (Byouki-heiyu 病気平癒), Security (Antai 安泰), Longevity (Chojyu 長寿)
Famous temple: Todaiji Temple 東大寺 （Nara prefecture） *National Treasure
Mantra: On Sendara Harabaya Sowaka (おん せんだら はらばや そわか)
Sanskrit name: BhaisajyarajaBonji (Sanskrit Seed): Bei
Explanation: Yakujo Bosatsu’s older brother. He is said to be enshrined as a side samurai of Shaka Nyorai and cures both physical and mental health of people with medicine.
Blessings: Health (Kenkou 健康), Longevity (Chojyu 長寿), Warding off evil (Yakuyoke 厄除), Cure of the illness (Byouki-heiyu 病気平癒)
Famous Temple: Kofukuji 興福寺 （Nara prefecture） *Important cultural property
Mantra: On Biseishara Jyaya Sowaka (おん びせいしゃら じゃや そわか)
Sanskrit name: BhaisajyasumudgataBonji (Sanskrit Seed): Bei
Explanation: Yakuo Bosatsu’s younger brother. He is enshrined as a side samurai of Shaka Nyorai.
Blessings: Health (Kenkou 健康), Longevity (Chojyu 長寿), Warding off evil (Yakuyoke 厄除), Cure of the illness (Byouki-heiyu 病気平癒)
Famous temple: Horyuji 法隆寺 （Nara prefecture） *National Treasure
Mantra: On Biseishara Jyaya Sowaka (おん びせいしゃら じゃや そわか)
Myo-ou Group
We introduce the main Myo-ou and blessings.
Nyorai’s incarnation, characterized by terrifying features and weapons to guide the wrong people to the right path.
Myo-ou (Kings of Mystical Knowledge)
Fudo Myo-ou (Acalanatha), Aizen Myo-ou (Ragaraja), Kongōyasha Myo-ou (Vajrayaksha),Gundari Myo-ou (Kundali) etc.
Sanskrit name: AcalanathaBonji (Sanskrit Seed): Kan, Kanmaan
Explanation: Another name for the Lord Shiva in India, he is said to be an incarnation of Dainichi Nyorai, and will deliver to the heavens the purified wishes that have crushed anguish.
Blessings: Warding off evil (Yakuyoke 厄除), Better fortune (Kaiun 開運), Certain Victory (Hisshou 必勝),Innocence (Fuwaku 不惑)
Famous temple: Touji Mieido 東寺御影堂 （Kyoto） *National Treasure
Mantra: Naumaku Samanda Bazara Dan Kan (なうまく さまんだ ばざら だん かん)
Sanskrit name: TrilokavijayaBonji (Sanskrit Seed): Un
Explanation: It is said that he protects the Eastern Buddhist world and will get rid of the anxieties (desire, anger, complaints) existing in the past, present, and future world at the behest of Ashuku Nyorai (Akṣobhya).
Blessings: Guardian (Shugo 守護), Security (Antai 安泰), Innocence (Fuwaku 不惑), Annihilating the enemy (Metsuteki 滅敵)
Famous temple: Kongoji Kondo 金剛寺金堂 （Osaka） *National Treasure
Mantra: On Sonba Nisonba Un Bazara Un Batta (おん そんば にそんば うん ばざら うん ばった)
Sanskrit name: KundaliBonji (Sanskrit Seed): Un
Explanation: It is said that he will protect the southern Buddhist World and remove various obstacles at the behest of Hosho Nyorai (Ratnasambhava).
Blessings: Longevity (Chojyu 長寿), Warding off evil (Yakuyoke 厄除), Cure of the illness (Byouki-heiyu 病気平癒), Innocence (Fuwaku 不惑)
Famous temple: Konshoji Nigatsudo 金勝寺二月堂 （Shiga prefecture） *Important cultural property
Mantra: On Amirithi Un Batta (おん あみりてぃ うん ばった)
Sanskrit name: YamantakaBonji (Sanskrit Seed): Kiriiku
Explanation: Myo-ou with six faces and legs, who protects the western Buddhist World riding a buffalo. He is said to be strong enough to defeat poisonous snakes and evil dragons.
Blessings: Victory (Shouri 勝利), Innocence (Fuwaku 不惑), Annihilating the enemy (Metsuteki 滅敵), Warding off evil (Yakuyoke 厄除)
Famous Temple: Makiodo 真木大堂 （Oita prefecture） *Important cultural property
Mantra: On Shuchiri Kyararoha Unken Sowaka (おん しゅちり きゃらろは うんけん そわか)
Sanskrit name: VajrayakshaBonji (Sanskrit Seed): Uun
Explanation: It is said that he protects the northern Buddhist World, consume the bad desires of the past, present and future, and then cleanse the mind with the wisdom of the Buddha.
Blessings: Wisdom (Chie 智慧), Innocence (Fuwaku 不惑), Annihilating the enemy (Metsuteki 滅敵), Victory (Sensho 戦勝)
Famous Temple: Enryakuji Kokuhoukan 延暦寺国宝館 （Shiga prefecture） *Important cultural property
Mantra: On Bazara Yakisha Un (おん ばざら やきしゃ うん)
Sanskrit name:Bonji (Sanskrit Seed): Uun
Explanation: It is said that he lives in the world of fire, called Kashozanmai (火生三昧), between the human world and the Buddhist World, and burns his anxieties and desires with holy flames. He is said to have the sacred power to purify the spirits, and it is also enshrined as the god of the toilet and kitchen.
Blessings: Luck of Money (Kinun (金運), Cure of the illness (Byouki-heiyu 病気平癒), Purification (Jyouka 浄化), Warding off evil (Yakuyoke 厄除)
Famous Temple: Zuiryoji 瑞龍寺 （Toyama prefecture） *Prefecturally-designated important cultural property
Mantra: On Shurimarimamari Marishushuri Sowaka (おん しゅりまりままり まりしゅしゅり そわか)
Sanskrit name: RagarajaBonji (Sanskrit Seed): Un
Explanation: It is said that he will guide lust and anxiety to enlightenment, and save various worries. The god of love.
Blessings: Health (Kenkou 健康), Family (Kazoku 家族), Good match (Ryouen 良縁), Success of Love (Renai Jyouju 恋愛成就)
Famous Temple: Saidaiji Aizendo 西大寺愛染堂 （Nara prefecture） *Important cultural property
Mantra: On Makaragya Bazaroushunisha Bazarasatoba Jyakuun Bankoku (おん まからぎゃ ばざろうしゅにしゃ ばざらさとば じゃくうん ばんこく)
Sanskrit name: ĀṭavakaBonji (Sanskrit Seed): A
Explanation: He protects the nation with tremendous power.
Blessings: Security (Antai 安泰), Guardian (Shugo 守護), Annihilating the enemy (Metsuteki 滅敵), Victory (Sensho 戦勝)
Famous Temple: Akishinodera 秋篠寺 （Nara prefecture）
Mantra: Noubou Tari Tabori Barabori Shakinmei Tarasantan Oenbi Sowaka (のうぼう たり たぼり ばらぼり しゃきんめい たらさんたん おえんび そわか)
Sanskrit name: MahamayuriBonji (Sanskrit Seed): Ma
Explanation: Beautiful Myo-ou riding a peacock. He is said to bring happiness away from anxiety, suffering and fear.
Blessings: Warding off evil (Yakuyoke 厄除), Purification (Jyouka 浄化), Longevity (Chojyu 長寿), Cure of the illness (Byouki-heiyu 病気平癒)
Famous Temple: Kouyasan Kongoubuji 高野山金剛峯寺 （Wakayama prefecture） *Important cultural property
Mantra: On Mayura Kirandei Sowaka (おん まゆら きらんでい そわか)
Sanskrit name: –Bonji (Sanskrit Seed): Un
Explanation: Yasha god derived from the teaching of Chinese Taoism. He is known as the principal deity of Koshin-ko (organizations celebrating Koshin), an event that enshrines Shinto and Buddhist deities on the day of Koshin by Japanese folk belief.
Blessings: Guardian (Shugo 守護), Security (Antai 安泰), Health (Kenkou 健康), Warding off evil (Yakuyoke 厄除)
Famous Temple: Toji Temple 東大寺 （Nara prefecture） *Important cultural property
Mantra: On Deiba Yakisha Banda Banda Kakakaka Sowaka (おん でいば やきしゃ ばんだ ばんだ かかかか そわか)
TENBU-Group
We introduce the main Tenbu (Hindu demi-gods) and blessings in two parts.
TENBU (Hindu demi-gods) Part1
They are gods who have been devoted to the Buddha and are derived from Hinduism in India. “Tenjiku” means “India”.
TENBU (Hindu demi-gods)
Benzaiten (Governs music and arts), Daikokuten (god of wealth and farmers), Bishamonten (god of warriors), Kisshouten (goddess of Happiness), Marishiten (goddess of Wealth, War), Taishakuten (god of the Center) etc.
Sanskrit name: BrahmanBonji (Sanskrit Seed): Bora
Explanation: Originated from Brahma, the highest god of ancient India.He is a guardian deity of Buddhist law and is famous for riding a geese.
Blessings: Achievement (Tassei 達成), Successful career (出世), Security (Antai 安泰), Guardian (Shugo 守護)
Famous temple: Toji Koudo 東寺講堂 （Nara prefecture） *National Treasure
Mantra: Naumaku Samanda Bodanan Borakanmanei Sowaka (なうまく さまんだ ぼだなん ぼらかんまねい そわか)
Sanskrit name: IndraBonji (Sanskrit Seed): I
Explanation: Originated from Indra, a hero of ancient Indian mythology. Famous for riding a white elephant. It is said that he will watch over everything that lives from the summit of Mount Shumisen in the Buddhist world.
Blessings: Successful career (Shusse 出世), Good Luck (Kouun 幸運), Warding off evil (Yakuyoke 厄除), Victory (Shouri 勝利)
Famous temple: Toji Koudo 東寺講堂 （Nara prefecture） *National Treasure
Mantra: Naumaku Samanda Bodanan Indaraya Sowaka (なうまく さまんだ ぼだなん いんだらや そわか)
Sanskrit name: VajrapāṇiBonji (Sanskrit Seed): A, Uun
Explanation: Originated from Vajradhara of the ancient Indian myth. A guardian deity with a Kongosho, which is a weapon that dispels enemies against Buddhism. There are statues of “Agata” with open mouth and “Ungata” with closed mouth.
Blessings: Guardian (Shugo 守護), Warding off evil (Yakuyoke 厄除), Annihilating the enemy (Metsuteki 滅敵), Robustness (Kyuoken 強健)
Famous temple: Todaiji Minami-mon 東大寺南大門 （Nara prefecture） *National Treasure
Agata Mantra: Namasamandaba Saranan Toradarisei Makarishyanakyanasesarubadataagyatanen Kurosowaka (なまさまんだば さらなん とらだりせい まかろしやなきゃなせさるばだたあぎゃたねん くろそわか)
Ungata Mantra: Namasamandaba Saranan Keiabimokya Makaharasendakyanayakinjiraya Samase Samase Mansanmara Sowaka (なまさまんだば さらなん けいあびもきゃ まかはらせんだきゃなやきんじらや さませ さませ まなさんまら そわか)
Sanskrit name: VaiśravaṇaBonji (Sanskrit Seed): Bei
Explanation: Famous as the god of fortune of the Seven lucky gods, and he is also enshrined as a god of warriors. The predecessor is Kubēra, the treasure god of Indian mythology and he protects the northern Buddhist world.
Blessings: Guardian (Shugo 守護), Wisdom (Chie 智慧), Annihilating the enemy (Metsuteki 滅敵), Certain victory (Hissho 必勝)
Famous temple: Kuramadera 鞍馬寺 （Kyoto） *National Treasure
Mantra: Naumaku Samanda Bodanan Bayabei Sowaka (なうまく さまんだ ぼだなん ばやべい そわか)
Sanskrit name: Śrī-mahādevīBonji (Sanskrit Seed): Shirii
Explanation: The predecessor is Lakshmi, the Hindu goddess. She is enshrined as the goddess who controls beauty and fertility.
Blessings: Wish (Ganjyo 願成), Business success (商売繁盛), Success of Love (Renai Jyouju 恋愛成就), Good Luck (Kouun 幸運)
Famous temple: Fukkouonji 福光園寺 （Yamanashi prefecture） *Important cultural property
Mantra: On Maka Shuriei Sowaka (おん まか しゅりえい そわか)
Sanskrit name: NandikeśvaraBonji (Sanskrit Seed): Gyaku
Explanation: The predecessor is the Indian mythology demon called Ganapati or Ganesha. In the Buddhist world, he is considered as the god who protects Buddhism by eliminating obstacles and difficulties.
Blessings: Pregnancy (Kosazuke 子授け), Family (Kazoku 家族), Warding off evil (Yakuyoke 厄除), Cure of the illness (Byouki-heiyu 病気平癒)
Famous Temple: Houkaiji Kankiten-do 宝戒寺歓喜天堂 （Kanagawa prefecture） *Important cultural property
Mantra: On Kiriku Gyaku Un Sowaka (おん きりく ぎゃく うん そわか)
Sanskrit name: SarasvatīBonji (Sanskrit Seed): So
Explanation: Originated from the goddess of Music, the wife of Hindu god Brahma. She is famous as the goddess who bestows the fortune and treasure of the Seven lucky gods. In Japan, she is also known as Benten-sama.
Blessings: Success in entrance examinations (Goukaku 合格), Wisdom (Chie 智慧), Skill improvement (Gigei Jyotatsu 技芸上達), Luck of Money (Kinun (金運)
Famous Temple: Kamakura Kokuhokan 鎌倉国宝館 （Kanagawa prefecture） *Important cultural property
Mantra: On Sorasobateiei Sowaka (おん そらそばていえい そわか)
Sanskrit name: HārītīBonji (Sanskrit Seed): Uun
Explanation: The predecessor is a female demon of Indian mythology. In the Buddhist world, she is enshrined as the good deity that protects children, safe child birth, and raising children.
Blessings: Security (Antai 安泰), Family (Kazoku 家族), Safe child birth (Anzan 安産), Pregnancy (Kosazuke 子授け)
Famous Temple: Kishimojin-do 鬼子母神堂 （Tokyo） *Important cultural property
Mantra: On Dodomari Gyakitei Sowaka (おん どどまり ぎゃきてい そわか)
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Sanskrit name: SkandaBonji (Sanskrit Seed): Kuu
Explanation: The predecessor is Skanda, the Hindu god of war. He is also known as the god excluding the sickness of children.
Blessings: Guardian (Shugo 守護), Antitheft (Tounan yoke 盗難除け), Cooking (Ryouri 料理), Robustness (Kyuoken 強健)
Famous Temple: Osshinji 乙津寺 （Gifu prefecture） *Important cultural property
Mantra: On Idateita Mokoteita Sowaka (おん いだていた もこていた そわか)
Sanskrit name: MahākālaBonji (Sanskrit Seed): Ma
Explanation: The predecessor is the god of battle (the incarnation of Shiva, who controls the destruction of Hinduism). In the Buddhist world, he is famous as the god of the good harvest of the Seven lucky gods. In Japan, he is known as Daikoku-sama.
Blessings: Security (Antai 安泰), Business success (商売繁盛), Luck of Money (Kinun (金運), Victory (Shouri 勝利)
Famous Temple: Kanzeonji Houzouko 観世音寺宝蔵庫 （Fukuoka prefecture）
Mantra: On Makokyaraya Sowaka (おん まこきゃらや そわか)
Sanskrit name: UnidentifiedBonji (Sanskrit Seed): U
Explanation: Originated from the celestial maiden born from the hair of Indian god, Shiva. It is said that there is the benefit to improve the arts because of her beautiful appearance and excellent skill.
Blessings: Wish (Ganjyo 願成), Developing talent (Sainou Kaika 才能開花), Good Luck (Kouun 幸運), Skill improvement (Gigei Jyotatsu 技芸上達)
Famous Temple: Akishinodera 秋篠寺 （Nara prefecture）
Mantra: Noubou Makeijinbaraya Ushima Boushikyaya Sowaka (のうぼう まけいじんばらや うしま ぼうしきゃや そわか)
Sanskrit name: ḌākinīBonji (Sanskrit Seed): Da
Explanation: The predecessor is the female Yasha (demon) in the ancient India. In Japan, she is enshrined as a goddess who is identified with the Inari shrine god and brings abundant harvest.
Blessings: Wish (Ganjyo 願成), Huge harvest (Houjyo 豊穣), Successful career (Shusse 出世), Better fortune (Kaiun 開運)
Famous Temple: Toyokawa Inari 豊川稲荷 /Official name： Enpukuzan Toyokawakaku Myougonji 円福山豊川閣妙厳寺 （Aichi prefecture）
Mantra: Naumaku Samanda Badanan Kirika Sowaka (なうまく さまんだ ばだなん きりか そわか)
Sanskrit name: MarīcīBonji (Sanskrit Seed): Ma
Explanation: Originated from Ushas, the goddess of Indian mythology. She is enshrined as the self-defense goddness that protects people from things that cannot be seen using the magical power.
Blessings: Guardian (Shugo 守護), Good Luck (Kouun 幸運), Annihilating the enemy (Metsuteki 滅敵), Victory (Sensho 戦勝)
Famous Temple: Tokudaiji 徳大寺 （Tokyo）
Mantra: On Marishi Ei Sowaka (おん まりし えい そわか)
Sanskrit name: YamaBonji (Sanskrit Seed): En
Explanation: The predecessor is Yama, who passed away for the first time and became king of the underworld in Indian mythology. He protects the southern part of the Buddhist world and controls hell (the underworld).
Blessings: Guardian (Shugo 守護), Cure of the illness (Byouki-heiyu 病気平癒), Longevity (Chojyu 長寿), Warding off evil (Yakuyoke 厄除)
Famous Temple: Byoudouji 平等寺 （Kyoto）
Mantra: Naumaku Samanda Bodanan Enmaya Sowaka (なうまく さまんだ ぼだなん えんまや そわか)
Sanskrit name: AsuraBonji (Sanskrit Seed): A
Explanation: The predecessor is Asura, the demon king of Indian mythology. In the Buddhist world, he is the strongest guardian deity that symbolizes battle.
Blessings: Longevity (Chojyu 長寿), Guardian (Shugo 守護), Perseverance (Nintai 忍耐), Victory (Shouri 勝利)
Famous Temple: Kofukuji 興福寺 （Nara prefecture）
Mantra: Noumaku Samanda Bodanan Ratanratato Baran Tan (のうまく さまんだ ぼだなん らたんらたと ばらん たん)
Sanskrit name: GarudaBonji (Sanskrit Seed): Ga
Explanation: The predecessor is Garda, the divine bird wrapped in the flames of Indian mythology. It is said to be the holy bird that consumes all evil, and is also known as a model of Tengu in Japan.
Blessings: Weather (Tenki 天気), Busting evils (Metsuaku 滅悪), Health (Kenkou 健康), Cure of the illness (Byouki-heiyu 病気平癒)
Famous Temple: Kofukuji 興福寺 （Nara prefecture） *National treasure
Mantra: On Garudaya Sowaka (おん がるだや そわか)
Other honors
Other Buddhas, such as Buddha’s disciples and high priests. It is believed Suijaku is a god that appeared to save people by borrowing the image of a Japanese god.
■Main honors
Rakan (Buddha’s disciple), Enma-ou, Shinramyoujin (Suijaku God), Yuima (Indian grandfather), etc.
Bonji (Sanskrit letters) and Eto (the 12 earthly signs)
In Japan, there are guardian animals called Eto (the 12 earthly signs) depending on the year of birth. In addition, there are Buddhas who protect the Eto animals.
Items using Bonji (Sanskrit letters) of Buddhas protect the Eto animals are popular both as guardian items and as gifts.
For details on Bonji, please refer to this page.
Bonji: Kiriiku
Buddha: Senju kannon bosatsu (sahasrabhuja)
Guardian stone: Citrine
Benefits: Illness healing, longevity, romance, wishes
Mantra: On basara tarama kiriku sowaka
Bonji: Taraaku
Buddha: Kokuzou bosatsu (Ākāśagarbha)
Guardian stone: Moonstone
Benefits: Achievement, art, academics, wisdom
Mantra: On basara aratannou on taraku sowaka
Bonji: Taraaku
Buddha: Kokuzou bosatsu (Ākāśagarbha)
Guardian stone: Tiger eye
Benefits: Achievement, art, academics, wisdom
Mantra: On basara aratannou on taraku sowaka
Bonji: Man
Buddha: Monju bosatsu (Mañjuśrī)
Guardian stone: Jade
Benefits: Success in exams, academics, good luck, wisdom
Mantra: On arahasha nou
Bonji: An
Buddha: Fugen bosatsu (Samantabhadra)
Guardian stone: Carnelian
Benefits: Guardianship, longevity, good luck, wisdom
Mantra: On sanmaya sataban
Bonji: An
Buddha: Fugen bosatsu (Samantabhadra)
Guardian stone: Hematite
Benefits: Guardianship, longevity, good luck, wisdom
Mantra: On sanmaya sataban
Bonji: Saku
Buddha: Seishi bosatsu (Mahāsthāmaprāpta)
Guardian stone: Agate
Benefits: Wishes, family, get rid of bad luck, wisdom
Mantra: On sanzanzansaku sowaka
Bonji: Ban
Buddha: Dainichi nyorai (Mahāvairocana)
Guardian stone: Coral
Benefits: Guardianship, security, good luck, wishes
Mantra: On basaradatoban
Bonji: Ban
Buddha: Dainichi nyorai (Mahāvairocana)
Guardian stone: Crystal
Benefits: Guardianship, security, good luck, wishes
Mantra: On basaradatoban
Bonji: Kaan
Buddha: Fudo myouou
Guardian stone: Blue lace agate
Benefits: Get rid of bad luck, good luck, victory, annoyance
Mantra: Naumaku saramanda basaradan kan
Bonji: Kiriiku
Buddha: Amida nyorai (Amitābha)
Guardian stone: Lapis lazuli
Benefits: Security, longevity, get rid of bad luck, afterlife
Mantra: On amirita teisei kara un
Bonji: Kiriiku
Buddha: Amida nyorai (Amitābha)
Guardian stone: Rose Quartz
Benefits: Security, longevity, get rid of bad luck, afterlife
Mantra: On amirita teisei kara un
Bonji based on prayer
There are many wishes in life, such as “I want to stay healthy” and “I want to pass the examination”. Introducing Bonji (Sanskrit letters) that match each wish.
Better fortune / good luck / blessing
Bonji: BanDainichi nyorai (Mahāvairocana)
May he guide you with a dazzling light even in the dark. The guardian for the year of the Sheep and the Monkey.
Bonji: ShiriiKisshouten (Śrī-mahādevī)
Another name is Koutokuten, and it is said that Kisshouten is also beneficial for improving money fortune and good fortune.
Bonji: AnFugen bosatsu (Samantabhadra)
It is said that there is a benefit of increasing profits that increases happiness. The guardian of the year of the Dragon and the Snake.
Bonji: MaMarishiten (Marīcī)
Many people come to worship in the hope of good luck, travel safety and good fortune.
Health / longevity / healing
Bonji: BeiYakushi nyorai (Bhaiṣajyaguru)
In this world, it is said that Yakushi nyorai helps people suffering from illness and gives them peace of mind.
Bonji: SaShou kannon (āvalokiteśvara)
It is said that Shou kannon will get rid of bad luck and the pain of the illness.
Bonji: BeiYakuou bosatsu (Bhaiṣajyarāja)
He is enshrined as one of attendants for Shaka Nyorai and is said to cure both the body and mind of people with medicine.
Bonji: BeiYakujyou bosatsu (Bhaiṣajyasamudgata)
The younger brother of the Yakuou bosatsu. He is enshrined as one of attendants for Shaka Nyorai.
Bonji: MaKujaku myouou
(Mahāmayūrī‐vidyā‐rājñī)
It is said that he will bring happiness by driving away anxiety, anguish, and fear.
Bonji: GaKaruraten (Garuda)
It is said that he is beneficial for healing illnesses, including strange illnesses, by defeating all worldly desires with flames.
Bonji: KyaJuuichimen kannon
(ekadaśamukha)
It is said to watch over people with 11 facial expressions and save them from their hardships.
Bonji: UnShoumenkongou myouou
(Yaksha god)
It is said that eating three monkey-shaped konjak facing north and silently is beneficial for good health without disease.
Bonji: KaJizou bosatsu (Kṣitigarbha)
It is said that he envelops people with great mercy and bestows good luck for a lifetime.
Bonji: EnEnmaten (Yama)
It is said that burning and eating the daikon radish offered on the fair is beneficial for avoiding illness and paralysis.
Bonji: KiriikuAmida nyorai (Amitābha)
It is said that he gives us the power to live cherishing the current situation. The guardian of the year of the Dog and the Boar.
Bonji: AnFugen bosatsu (Samantabhadra)
It is said to give you longevity.
Bonji: UnGundari myouou (Kundali)
It is said to protect people from foreign enemies and remove all obstacles.
Bonji: ShaGekkou bosatsu (Candraprabha)
It is said that his gentle compassionate heart like moonlight will eliminate the anxieties.
Family / healthy babies
Bonji: KiriikuSenjyukannon bosatsu
(Sahasrabhuja)
It is said that his thousand hands will save many people, especially the benefits of a married couple and the fulfillment of romance. The guardian of the year of the Rat.
Bonji: UnAizen myouou (Rāgarāja)
It is said that he leads to enlightenment of lust and worldly desires, and saves various worldly desires.
Bonji: GyakuKankiten (Nandikeśvara)
It is said that he will bestow benefits such as prosperous business and happy marriage.
Bonji: SakuSeishi bosatsu (Mahāsthāmaprāpta)
In particular, it is said to have the benefit of family safety. The guardian of the year of the Horse.
Bonji: UnAizen myouou (Rāgarāja)
It is said that he also has the benefit of improving family luck.
Bonji: GyakuKankiten (Nandikeśvara)
It is said that there is a benefit of improving family luck in addition to the harmonious marriage.
Bonji: UunKishimojin (Hārītī)
She is worshiped as a goddess of childbirth and childcare, and is said to be beneficial for improving family luck.
Bonji: KirikuNyoirin kannon
(Cintāmaṇicakra)
It is said that Nyoirin kannon protects the heavenly world and has benefits such as the awarding of merit and safe delivery.
Bonji: BoJuntei kannon (Cundī)
Jyuntei kannon symbolizes motherhood and is said to have benefits such as childbirth and easy delivery.
Bonji: KaJizou bosatsu (Kṣitigarbha)
It is said that there is also the benefit of easy delivery.
Bonji: UunKishimojin (Hārītī)
It is said that there are benefits of easy delivery and childbirth.
Love / good match / beauty
Bonji: KiriikuSenjyukannon bosatsu
(Sahasrabhuja)
It is said that he has a thousand hands and has benefits such as fulfillment of a big wish and fulfillment of love. The guardian of the year of the Rat.
Bonji: UnAizen myouou (Rāgarāja)
He is said to control romance, good relations, and family harmoniousness.
Bonji: ShiriiKisshouten (Śrī-mahādevī)
Known as a beautiful goddess, and It is said to bestow beauty, love and fortune.
Bonji: SaShoukannon (āvalokiteśvara)
There are a wide range of benefits from this world’s profits to paradise, and it is said that there is also a good match benefit.
Bonji: UnAizen myouou (Rāgarāja)
It is said that he controls romance, good match, and family harmoniousness, and also has the benefits of good relations.
Bonji: GyakuKankiten (Nandikeśvara)
It is said that offering daikon radish, which is his favorite food, he cleanses the poison of the mind, which makes the mind and body healthy and leads to the fulfillment of good match.
Bonji: MaDaikokuten (Mahākāla)
In addition to the benefits of this world and the improvement of fortune, it is said that there are also benefits of good match.
Bonji: KirikuNyoirinkannon
(Cintāmaṇicakra)
It is said that he bestows good luck and there is the benefit of praying for beauty.
Bonji: SakuSeishi bosatsu (Mahāsthāmaprāpta)
It is said to provide health and beauty benefits. The guardian of the year of the Horse.
Bonji: ShiriiKisshouten (Śrī-mahādevī)
She is enshrined as a goddess of beauty and is said to have the benefits of beauty and romance.
Bonji: SoBenzaiten (Sarasvatī)
Known as a beautiful goddess with a biwa (pipa), she is said to have the benefits of good fortune, skill improvement, and beauty.
Money fortune / Business
Bonji: TaraakuKokuzou bosatsu (Ākāśagarbha)
He is said to bestow infinite wisdom and compassion on people. The guardian of the year of the Ox and the Tiger.
Bonji: KaanFudou myouou (Acalanātha)
It is said that he gives happiness to those who believe in it, and has the benefits of achieving good luck, increasing fortune, and prospering business. The guardian of the year of the Rooster.
Bonji: UnAizen myouou (Rāgarāja)
He is popular as “Aizen-sama” and is said to have benefits such as fulfillment of romance and prosperous business.
Bonji: ShiriiKisshouten (Śrī-mahādevī)
She controls beauty, fertility and good luck, and is said to have benefits such as treasure money, huge harvest, and prosperous business.
Bonji: MaDaikokuten (Mahākāla)
Known as the god of huge harvest and good fortune, he is said to have benefits such as prosperous business.
Bonji: DaDakiniten (Ḍākinī)
It is said that Nobunaga Oda and Ieyasu Tokugawa worshipped Dakiniten for the unification of the world, and that there are the benefits of good fortune and prosperous business.
Bonji: KaanFudou myouou (Acalanātha)
It is said that he gives happiness to those who believe in it, and has the benefits of achieving good luck, increasing fortune, and prospering business. The guardian for the year of the Rooster.
Bonji: MaDaikokuten (Mahākāla)
Known as the god of huge harvest and good fortune, it is said that there are benefits such as prosperous business and good luck with money.
Bonji: BeiBishamonten (Vaiśravaṇa)
He is famous as the god (the Seven Lucky Gods in Japan) of good fortune and is said to control treasure fortune.
Bonji: SoBenzaiten (Sarasvatī)
Known as a beautiful goddess with a biwa (pipa), it is said that there are benefits such as good luck with money, etc.
Bonji: KaanFudou myouou (Acalanātha)
It is said that he gives happiness to those who believe in it, and there are the benefits of success in life, achieving good luck, increasing fortune, and prospering business. The guardian for the year of the Rooster.
Bonji: MaDaikokuten (Mahākāla)
Known as the god of the Seven Lucky Gods in Japan and worshiped by Toyotomi Hideyoshi. It is said that there are benefits such as prosperous business and success in life.
Bonji: ITaishakuten
(Śakro devānām indraḥ)
Known as the heroic god of India, it is said there are benefits such as get rid of bad luck and success in life.
Bonji: BoraBonten
(Śakro devānām indraḥ)
Known as the guardian deity of Buddhism, it is said to have benefits such as security and success in life.
Bonji: SoBenzaiten (Sarasvatī)
Known as a beautiful goddess, it is said there are benefits such as improving fortune and success in life.
Bonji: DaDakiniten (Ḍākinī)
It is said that Nobunaga Oda and Ieyasu Tokugawa worshipped Dakiniten for the unification of the world, and that there are the benefits of good fortune and success in life.
Studies / Skills
Bonji: TaraakuKokuzou bosatsu (Ākāśagarbha)
He is said to bestow infinite wisdom and mercy on people. Known for its benefits of improving academic ability and memory. The guardian for the year of the Ox and the Tiger.
Bonji: ManMomju bosatsu
(Mañjuśrī)
With a sword that controls wisdom, he is known as the god of wisdom. It is said there are benefits of passing the exams and improving studies. The guardian of the year of the Rabbit.
Bonji: SoBenzaiten (Sarasvatī)
Known as a beautiful goddess, it is said there are benefits such as improving fortune and praying for success in studies.
Bonji: KyaJuuichimen kannon
(ekadaśamukha)
He is said to watch over people with 11 facial expressions and save them from their hardships. It is said that there are benefits such as security and victory.
Bonji: KaanFudou myouou (Acalanātha)
It is said that he gives happiness to those who believe in it, and has the benefits of achieving good luck, increasing fortune, prospering business, victory. The guardian for the year of the Rooster.
Bonji: BeiBishamonten (Vaiśravaṇa)
He is famous as the god (the Seven Lucky Gods in Japan) of good fortune and is said to control treasure fortune.
Bonji: ITaishakuten
(Śakro devānām indraḥ)
Known as the heroic god of India, it is said there are benefits such as get rid of bad luck, success in life and victory.
Bonji: MaDaikokuten (Mahākāla)
Known as the god of the Seven Lucky Gods in Japan and worshiped by Toyotomi Hideyoshi. It is said that there are benefits such as prosperous business and victory, etc.
Bonji: AAshuraou (Asura)
Known as the strongest guardian deity that symbolizes battle. He is said to have benefits such as longevity, protection and victory.
Bonji: TaraakuKokuzou bosatsu (Ākāśagarbha)
He is said to bestow infinite wisdom and mercy on people. Known for its benefits of improving academic ability and artistic skills. The guardian for the year of the Ox and the Tiger.
Bonji: SoBenzaiten (Sarasvatī)
Known as a beautiful goddess, it is said there are benefits such as improving fortune and artistic skills.
Bonji: UGigeiten
It is said that she has the benefit of improving artistic skills because she looks good and excels in art.
Get rid of bad luck / safety / protection
Bonji: KiriikuAmida nyorai (Amitābha)
It is said that he gives us the power to live cherishing the current situation. Also it is said that there is the benefit of getting rid of bad luck. The guardian of the year of the Dog and the Boar.
Bonji: BeiYakushi nyorai (Bhaiṣajyaguru)
In this world, it is said that Yakushi nyorai helps people suffering from illness and gives them peace of mind. Also it is said that there is the benefit of getting rid of bad luck.
Bonji: SaShou kannon (āvalokiteśvara)
He is said to get rid of bad luck and the pain of the illness.
Bonji: ANikkou bosatsu (Suryaprabha)
He is said to illuminate the sunlight and eliminate the darkness of suffering.
Bonji: UunUsusama myouou (Ucchuṣma0
He is said to have the sacred power to purify grudges and is enshrined as the god of toilets and kitchens. Also he is said to have benefits such as purification getting rid of bad luck.
Bonji: MaKujaku myouou
(Mahāmayūrī‐vidyā‐rājñī)
It is said that he will bring happiness by driving away anxiety, anguish, and fear.Also he is said to have the benefit of getting rid of bad luck.
Bonji: GyakuKankiten (Nandikeśvara)
It is said that he will bestow benefits such as prosperous business and getting rid of bad luck.
Bonji: EnEnmaten (Yama)
Known as the king in the hell, he is said to be beneficial for disease-free breathing, disaster relief, and getting rid of bad luck.
Bonji: Kaan
Fudou myouou (Acalanātha)
It is said that he gives happiness to those who believe in it, and there are the benefits of success in life, achieving good luck, increasing fortune, and preventing robbery. The guardian for the year of the Rooster.
Bonji: UunKongōyasha (Vajrayaksha)
It is said that he protects the northern Buddhist World, consume the bad desires of the past, present and future, and then cleanse the mind with the wisdom of the Buddha.
Bonji: KuuIdaten (Skanda)
Known as a god that eliminates childhood illnesses, it is said to have benefits such as protection and preventing robbery, etc.
Bonji: MaMarishiten (Marīcī)
Many people come to worship in the hope of good luck, travel safety and good fortune. It is said there is the benefit of preventing robbery.
Bonji: BanDainichi nyorai (Mahāvairocana)
May he guide you with a dazzling light even in the dark. The guardian for the year of the Sheep and the Monkey.
Bonji: BakuShaka nyorai (Sakyamuni)
Known as Buddha, he is said to have benefits such as longevity and guardianship.
Bonji: AnFugen bosatsu (Samantabhadra)
A bodhisattva riding an elephant, he is said to have the benefits of happiness and protection. The guardian for the year of the Dragon and the Snake.
Bonji: UnGōzanze myouou
(Trilokavijaya)
It is said that he protects the Eastern Buddhist world and will get rid of the anxieties (desire, anger, complaints) existing in the past, present, and future world at the behest of Ashuku Nyorai (Akṣobhya).
Bonji: BoraBonten
(Śakro devānām indraḥ)
Known as the guardian deity of Buddhism, he is said to have benefits such as security and guardianship.
Bonji: Bei
Bishamonten (Vaiśravaṇa)
He is famous as the god (the Seven Lucky Gods in Japan) of good fortune and is said to control treasure fortune.
Bonji: KuuIdaten (Skanda)
Known as a god that eliminates childhood illnesses, it is said to have benefits such as protection and preventing robbery, etc.
Bonji: MaMarishiten (Marīcī)
She is enshrined as a self-defense god that protects people from invisible things with magical power.
Bonji: EnEnmaten (Yama)
Known as the king in the hell, he is said to be beneficial for disaster relief, getting rid of bad luck and guardianship, etc.
Bonji: A
Ashuraou (Asura)
Known as the strongest guardian deity that symbolizes battle. He is said to have benefits such as longevity, protection and victory.
Bonji: KaJizou bosatsu (Kṣitigarbha)
He is said to have benefits such as easy delivery and traffic safety, etc.
Bonji: UunBatou kannon bosatsu
(Hayagrīva)
The guardian Buddha of animals. He is said to have the benefits such as protection and traffic safety, etc.
Bonji: KaanFudou myouou (Acalanātha)
It is said that he gives happiness to those who believe in it, and there are the benefits of success in life, achieving good luck, increasing fortune, and traffic safety, etc. The guardian for the year of the Rooster.
Relationships / Social / Others
Bonji: BeiYakushi nyorai (Bhaiṣajyaguru)
In this world, it is said that he helps people suffering from illness and gives them peace of mind. Also he is said to keep bad relationships away and finds good ones.
Bonji: YuMiroku bosatsu (Maitreya)
Bodhisattva who symbolizes fraternity and charity. It is said that he will give people the virtues of this world’s interests while practicing as much as possible.
Bonji: UnAizen myouou (Rāgarāja)
He is said to control romance, good relations, and family harmoniousness.
Bonji: MaDaikokuten (Mahākāla)
Known as the god of the Seven Lucky Gods in Japan and worshiped by Toyotomi Hideyoshi. It is said that there are benefits such as prosperous business and good relationships, etc.
Bonji: KaanFudou myouou (Acalanātha)
It is said that he gives happiness to those who believe in it, and there are the benefits of success in life, achieving good luck, increasing fortune, and end bad relationships, etc. The guardian for the year of the Rooster.。
Bonji: DaDakiniten (Ḍākinī)
It is said that Nobunaga Oda and Ieyasu Tokugawa worshipped Dakiniten for the unification of the world, and that there are the benefits such as good fortune, success in life, end bad relationships, etc.
Bonji: KaJizou bosatsu (Kṣitigarbha)
He is said to have benefits such as easy delivery and protecting animals, etc.
Bonji: UunBatou kannon bosatsu
(Hayagrīva)
The guardian Buddha of animals. He is said to have the benefits such as protection and traffic safety, etc.
