kamuin
Kamuin refers to a concept found in Ainu mythology and folklore, the indigenous people of Japan and Russia. In the Ainu language, "kamui" (or kamui) denotes a divine being, spirit, or god. These kamui are not necessarily anthropomorphic deities in the Western sense but are often associated with natural phenomena, animals, and even objects. Every aspect of the natural world, from mountains and rivers to bears, owls, and plants, is believed to possess its own kamui.
The Ainu worldview is deeply animistic, with kamui playing a crucial role in the lives of humans.
Specific kamui hold particular importance. For instance, the bear kamui is highly revered, often considered the