Nagaoka Tenman-gū

Nagaoka Tenman-gū is a Shinto shrine in Nagaokakyo featuring traditional wooden structures arranged around a peaceful courtyard. The complex includes a main sanctuary building, auxiliary structures, and dedicated areas for offerings that follow the typical layout of a medium-sized shrine.

The shrine was established to honor Sugawara no Michizane, a 9th century scholar whose veneration eventually spread throughout Japan. The location in Nagaokakyo was chosen to commemorate this important figure in the region.

The shrine honors Sugawara no Michizane, a scholar revered in Japan as a patron of learning and education. You will often see students leaving offerings and praying here for success in their studies and exams.

The shrine is easily accessible by public transportation and welcomes visitors through a spacious main entrance. The grounds are laid out for comfortable walking, allowing visitors to explore the different areas at their own pace.

The shrine has its own garden with some elderly trees that have accompanied the place over the decades, making it a quiet refuge away from the surrounding area. These green spaces are often overlooked by visitors, yet they add an extra layer of calm to the whole grounds.

Location: Nagaokakyo

GPS coordinates: 34.92283,135.68633

Latest update: December 15, 2025 13:27