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Yushima Tenmangu (Yushima Tenmangu Shrine)
〒113-0034 東京都文京区湯島３丁目３０−１
A shrine dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane, the deity of scholarship. It is also famous as a renowned spot for plum blossoms. The grounds feature a bronze torii gate (designated as a cultural property by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government) and the Kigen Hyonin Ishi (a stone associated with a miraculous matchmaker for lost children, designated as a cultural property by the ward). In 1995, the shrine buildings were reconstructed entirely using cypress wood.
Enshrined deities
Sugawara-no-Michizane (Tenjin), Ame-no-Tajikarao-no-Kami
History
Founded in 458 CE, the shrine enshrined Sugawara no Michizane in 1355 CE. Since then, it has been revered by many scholars and literary figures, and today it is nationally famous as Yushima Tenjin, the deity of scholarship.
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What visitors say
The shrine is easily accessible, located within walking distance of Yushima Station on the subway. The grounds feature a beautiful plum garden. During the Plum Blossom Festival and Chrysanthemum Festival, stalls are set up, creating a lively atmosphere. A wide variety of omamori (protective amulets) are available, and Goshuin (shrine calligraphic seal stamps) can also be obtained. Coin parking lots are scattered in the surrounding area.
Opening hours
- Monday: 6:00 – 20:00
- Tuesday: 6:00 – 20:00
- Wednesday: 6:00 – 20:00
- Thursday: 6:00 – 20:00
- Friday: 6:00 – 20:00
- Saturday: 6:00 – 20:00
- Sunday: 6:00 – 20:00
Annual events & festivals
- January 1 onwardHatsumode (first shrine visit of the year)
The deity of learning, 'Yushima Tenjin'. Bustling with exam candidates praying for success.
One of the most famous Tenjin shrines in Edo, enshrining Sugawara no Michizane. During the exam season, the New Year's first shrine visit is crowded with exam candidates praying for success, and the shrine is filled with ema (wooden plaques) bearing their wishes.
HighlightsSee details on the official site ›- ・Prayers for exam success
- ・Ema (wooden plaques) from exam candidates
- ・Nadeushi (petting ox)
- Early February to early MarchUme Matsuri (Plum Blossom Festival)
A famous plum blossom spot in Edo, with about 300 white plum trees in bloom.
From early February to early March, this famous plum blossom spot features about 300 trees (80% of which are white plum) in full bloom. During the period, the shrine is lively with portable shrine processions, a local products exhibition, and nocha (outdoor tea ceremony).
HighlightsSee details on the official site ›- ・About 300 plum trees
- ・Famous plum blossom spot in Edo
- ・Portable shrine processions and outdoor tea ceremony
- May 25Reidaisai (annual grand festival)
The most important festival at Yushima Tenjin.
The annual grand festival is held centered on May 25 (a date associated with Sugawara no Michizane). In the main festival year, the portable shrine parades through the local neighborhoods.
HighlightsSee details on the official site ›- ・Most important festival
- ・Portable shrine procession (in the main festival year)
- NovemberKiku Matsuri (Chrysanthemum Festival)
An autumn event where carefully cultivated chrysanthemums adorn the shrine grounds.
In November, chrysanthemums grown with great care are displayed on the grounds for the Kiku Matsuri (Chrysanthemum Festival). Visitors can enjoy a diverse array of varieties, including the Senrinzaki (thousand-petal) and Kenkai (hanging) types.
HighlightsSee details on the official site ›- ・Diverse chrysanthemum varieties
- ・An autumn tradition
Dates can shift from year to year. Please check the official information before you go.
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