Ōban; one of the eight gods of the traditional calendar
A deity in the traditional Japanese calendar system, specifically one of the 八将神 (Hasshōjin). The term is highly domain-specific and rarely encountered outside historical or religious contexts.
See also: 八将神
Ōban is one of the eight gods of the traditional calendar, said to govern a specific direction on the calendar.
Standard kanji spelling for this deity name.
Variant kanji form using 旛 instead of 幡; less common.
The name is composed of 黄 (yellow) and 幡 (banner/flag). The exact origin is uncertain; it is a traditional term from the Chinese-influenced calendar system adopted in Japan.