Ox-riding Tenjin (Midium)

This refers to a depiction ofTenjin, the Shinto deity of learning and scholarship, who is often associated with Sugawara no Michizane, riding an ox. The ox is a common symbol linked to Tenjin, as it is believed to have been his favorite animal, and images of Tenjin riding an ox are thought to bring good fortune, especially in the context of education and learning.