Kushinada-hime is a figure from Japanese mythology, known as a beautiful princess and the daughter of the Inaba clan's chief. She is often associated with the story of the Yamata no Orochi, an eight-headed serpent that terrorized her village. To save her, the hero Susanoo defeated the serpent and later married her. In the myth, Kushinada-hime symbolizes purity and resilience. After her rescue, she and Susanoo lived together, and she played a significant role in the creation of rice cultivation, which is vital to Japanese culture. Her story highlights themes of bravery and the importance of community.