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Kichoji Tenmangu (Kichoji Tenmangu Shrine)
〒601-8331 京都府京都市南区吉祥院政所町3
Considered the first Tenmangu shrine in Japan, predating Kitano Tenmangu, and known as the birthplace of Sugawara no Michizane.
Enshrined deities
Sugawara-no-Michizane (Tenjin)
History
Located in the area believed to be the birthplace of Sugawara no Michizane, a shrine was built in 934 CE (Jopei 4) to enshrine his spirit by imperial decree of Emperor Suzaku. It is regarded as the first Tenmangu shrine in Japan, older than Kitano Tenmangu. Despite the Haibutsu Kishaku (destruction of Buddhism) movement in the Meiji era, remnants of the syncretism of Shinto and Buddhism, such as the statue of Kichojoten and Buddhist-style buildings, have been preserved.
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What visitors say
The grounds feature Hello Kitty amulets and omikuji (fortune slips), as well as unique sculptures of horses and cows. It has a local atmosphere, with nearby children often passing by on bicycles. The parking lot is small, but the environment is suitable for worship and photography.
Opening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
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