Juroujin

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In Japan, Juroujin (寿老人), also known as Gama, is one of the Seven Gods of Fortune or Shichi-fuku-jin, according to Taoist beliefs. He is the God of longevity.

He walks with a staff and a fan, accompanied by a deer.

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Japanese Mythology & Folklore

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