Kitano Tenmangū

The shrine complex features a main sanctuary with ornate wooden carvings, two ceremonial gates, and 1,500 plum trees in its expansive gardens.

Emperor Murakami established the shrine in 947 to honor Sugawara no Michizane, a scholar who became deified as Tenjin after his death.

Students from across Japan visit the shrine to request success in their examinations, as Tenjin represents the patron deity of education.

The shrine opens daily from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM, with a monthly market taking place on the 25th offering antiques and traditional crafts.

The shrine maintains a special plum garden where maiko and geiko perform tea ceremonies during the Baikasai festival each February.

Location: Kamigyō-ku

Inception: 947

Architectural style: Ishi-no-ma-zukuri

Fee: No

Part of: Twenty-Two Shrines, els 25 santuaris a Sugawara no Michizane, Les 25 sanctuaires Rakuyo Tenmangu, Three Great Tenjin Shrines, Shinbutsu Reijō Junpai no Michi

Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 07:00-17:00

Phone: +81754610005

Website: http://kitanotenmangu.or.jp/top_kr.php

GPS coordinates: 35.03124,135.73512

Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:28