Hachimangu Jinja

Hachimangu Jinja in Suruga Ward, Shizuoka City is the local guardian deity enshrining Emperor Ojin. It has long watched over this land and has been treasured as a place of faith where residents wish for the safety and prosperity of their lives. Hachiman is known as the deity of martial prowess and is said to provide benefits of winning spirit and warding off misfortune. As a shrine rooted in the community, it plays a role in deepening the bonds between people through festivals and seasonal events, and is a shrine enveloped in a warm atmosphere.