Fujin is the deity who governs the natural phenomenon of wind and serves as a guardian of Buddhism. While revered for bringing the blessings that nurture crops—by generating wind to regulate rain and clouds—Fujin is also worshipped as a guardian deity (specifically, a Tenbu or heavenly being) that punishes evil. The deity’s roots lie in Vayu, the ancient Indian god of wind; upon being incorporated into Buddhism, he became a Tenbu deity dedicated to protecting the Buddhist teachings. In Japan, famous representations include the statues of Fujin and Raijin at Sanjusangendo (a National Treasure) and the Wind God and Thunder God folding screen painted by Tawaraya Sotatsu of the Rinpa school (also a National Treasure). These figures frequently appear as motifs in Yamato-e paintings and ranma (transom) carvings. As these examples suggest, Fujin is a deity often spoken of alongside Raijin (the god of thunder). Incidentally, statues of Fujin and Raijin stand at the entrance of Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa. The Fujin and Raijin statues at Senso-ji are benevolent guardian deities enshrined on either side of the "Kaminarimon" (Thunder Gate), a symbol of Asakusa. Although commonly known as Kaminarimon, its formal name is "Furaijin-mon" (Gate of the Wind and Thunder Gods); the characters for "Furaijin-mon" are inscribed on the side of the lantern opposite the "Kaminarimon" inscription. They are enshrined to ward off wind and water damage, protect the temple and the world from calamity, and pray for abundant harvests. Fujin Statue: Positioned on the right side when facing the gate; depicted carrying a wind bag on his shoulder. Raijin Statue: Positioned on the left side when facing the gate; depicted carrying a string of drums on his back and holding drumsticks.