Shirooka Jinja

📍 Shizuoka, Numazu · 565 Okaishiki, Numazu

📿 Goshuin Info

Hours

9:00–17:00

Fee

Direct-write

Available

Pre-written

Available

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About

Founded1920
EnshrinedEmperor Meiji, Empress Shoken
RankImperial Shrine (Kanpei Taisha)
FestivalNovember 3 (Annual Festival)
HeritageHonden (Registered Cultural Property)

History

Byakko

Shirooka Jinja is enshrined in Okaishiki, Numazu, and has long been cherished by people as the guardian deity of the community. As the name "Shirooka" suggests, it is a venerable shrine deeply connected to the history of this region. Since ancient times, villagers of Okaishiki have prayed for abundant harvests and family safety, and with the changing seasons, they have visited with feelings of gratitude. Even today, many people visit for regional festivals and life milestones, treasuring their bond with the deity, and it remains a warm-hearted shrine.

Benefits

family safetyabundant harvestsprotection from calamitiescommunity safetyprosperous commercedescendants' prosperity

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