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Local Spirit Record

Shizuoka

静岡

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Fig 1. View of ShizuokaLocal Archives
CapitalShizuoka
Population3610000
RegionChubu

Shizuoka Knowledge

Shizuoka shares Mount Fuji and boasts a beautiful coastline. It is known for tea, Izu hot springs, and ancient legends of celestial maidens.

Historical Context

Home to the first Tokugawa shogun's retirement castle. The Miho no Matsubara pine grove is the setting of the famous Hagoromo legend.

Local Folklore

The Hagoromo legend tells of a celestial maiden who lost her robe here. The Izu Peninsula has tales of sea creatures and wild boars.

Notable Locations

01

Miho no Matsubara

Scenic pine grove where a celestial maiden (Tennyo) descended and bathed.

⚠️ Tennyo (Celestial Maiden)
02

Mount Omuro

An extinct volcano in Izu said to be a gathering place for local kami.

⚠️ Kami
03

Fujisan Hongu Sengen Taisha

Head shrine for Mount Fuji worship, dedicated to appeasing the volcano spirit.

⚠️ Mountain Spirit
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