One theory says the place name Daita comes from a hollow said to be the footprint of Daidarabotchi.
Legend Site
Daita (Daidarabotchi's Footprint)
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| Encyclopedia | Daidarabotchi |
|---|---|
| Location | Tokyo Setagaya |
| Type of place | Historic site or landmark |
| Map position | Approximate position (Municipality), not the exact place |
Legends of a giant said to have made mountains and lakes, told all over Japan. He is said to have made Mount Fuji or dug Lake Biwa, and hollows and ponds said to be his footprints remain in many places. He is also said to be the origin of the place name Daita in Tokyo.
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