Episode 13, “The Birth of the Three Noble Children.” A colorful educational comic about Japanese mythology. Panel 1: After completing his purification ritual, Izanagi washes his face. Water splashes as he cleanses himself. From his left eye is born Amaterasu Ōmikami, the Sun Goddess. She appears as a cheerful character dressed in white and orange, surrounded by radiant sunlight. Panel 2: From Izanagi’s right eye is born Tsukuyomi-no-Mikoto, the Moon God. He is depicted wearing a deep blue robe with a crescent moon symbol on his head. Panel 3: From Izanagi’s nose is born Takehayasusanoo-no-Mikoto (Susanoo), the Storm God. He is shown in rustic clothing with a lively and energetic pose. Panel 4: Izanagi reflects, saying that although he has brought many children into the world, he has finally gained three truly noble children. Beside him stand Amaterasu, Tsukuyomi, and Susanoo together under a sign reading “The Three Noble Children.” The comic introduces the birth of the three most important deities born from Izanagi’s purification ritual: Amaterasu, Tsukuyomi, and Susanoo.
14 Assigning Their Realms

14 Assigning Their Realms

13 The Birth of the Three Noble Children

13 The Birth of the Three Noble Children

12 Izanaki Purifies Himself (Misogi)

12 Izanaki Purifies Himself (Misogi)

11 An eternal separation

11 An eternal separation

10. Driving Back the Pursuers

10. Driving Back the Pursuers

9 Izanaki Escapes from the land of Yomi

9 Izanaki Escapes from the land of Yomi

8 Don’t look — But He Does

8 Don’t look — But He Does

7. Izanaki in Yomi

7. Izanaki in Yomi

6. The death of Izanami

6. The death of Izanami

5. Birth of Kami

5. Birth of Kami