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Totsuka-no-Tsurugi

is not a specific sword, but a common noun for any sword of this length. In Japanese mythology, numerous deities own a sword of this kind. Some examples of well-known Totsuka-no-Tsurugi's:

1. The totsuka sword used by Izanagi to kill his offspring, Kagu-tsuchi. This one is also named .

2. The totsuka sword used in the oath between Amaterasu and Susanoo. Amaterasu received this sword from Susanoo, snapped it to three pieces, and created the Triple Goddesses of Munakata from its debris. This sword was not named.

3. Another totsuka sword in Susanoo's possession, which he used to slay Orochi. This sword is also named , , or . The sword is enshrined as the shintai of Isonokami Shrine.

4. The totsuka sword wield by Takemikazuchi in quelling of the Middle Country. This sword is known as , and is the main enshrined dedication in Isonokami Shrine.