Dai Jinja

Dai Jinja, enshrined in Ooka, Numazu City, has been cherished by the people of Ooka as the tutelary deity of the region since ancient times. As the character 'Dai' suggests, it is revered as a deity of broad-mindedness and benevolence, continuing to watch over the peace and prosperity of this land. In Ooka, where agriculture has long flourished, prayers for abundant harvests and household harmony have never ceased. Even today, many people visit at times of community festivals and important milestones in life, deepening their bond with the deity, making it a warm shrine rooted in the community.