Kitano-Tenmangu shrine (Kyoto) The head shrine of Tenmangu Shrines

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Kitano-Tenmangu

TEL :075-461-0005
Address :Bakurocho, Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto
Access :JR Kyoto Station > Kyoto City Bus number 50 > Kitano Tenmangu mae bus stop
Parking :There is a parking lot

Introduction to Kitano-Tenmangu shrine

Kitano-Tenmangu Shrine was founded in 947. The shrine enshrines Sugawara no Michizane, who is known for granting academic benefits. It is the head shrine of the approximately 12,000 Tenmangu shrines and Tenjin shrines throughout Japan.

Within the grounds are the main hall, a national treasure, and the Sankomon Gate, an important cultural property.

Sugawara no Michizane kept cattle as his companions. For this reason, there are many cattle statues within the shrine grounds. Petting these cattle is said to bring good luck in studying and passing exams.

Most of the cattle are lying down, but only the main shrine sculpture is standing. It’s at the bottom right in the photo above.

It is also famous for its plum garden, where approximately 1,500 plum trees of 50 different varieties are planted. The flowers bloom in February and March and are at their best.