[ [228] Probably the same as Ame no hohi, from whom the Miyakko claimed descent.

[ [229] The same as the Miyakko.

[ [230] Ohonamochi.

[ [231] That is, to surrender the civil jurisdiction.

[ [232] It is to be understood that after he had enshrined his nigi-tama, or gentle spirit, in Yamato, Ohonamochi himself, or perhaps his ara-tama, or rough spirit, retired to Idzumo.

[ [233] Explained to mean "in the discharge of my mediatory function."

[ [234] For a more detailed discussion of this ritual, see Sir E. Satow in T. A. S. J., vol. ix. pt. ii. p. 183.

[ [235] See above, [p. 270.]

[ [236] The Nakatomi.

[ [237] See [Index] for these two deities.