In Japan, Bishamonten (毘沙門天) is one of the Seven Gods of Fortune, according to Taoist beliefs. He is the God of warfare or warriors. He is usually clad in armor and holding a spear in one hand and a Pagodain the other.He is the punisher of evil doers.
The small Pagoda he carries symbolizes the divine treasure house. He both guards and gives away its contents. He is also called Tamonten (多聞天), which means listen to may teachings because he is the guardian of the places where Buddha preaches. He is said to live half way down the side of Mount Sumeru.
