Hofu Tenmangu Shrine

Name: Hofu Tenmangu Shrine
Address: 14-1 Matsuzakicho, Hofu City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, Yamaguchi, 747-0029, JP
Telephone: 0835-23-7000

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History

This shrine was built in 904 during the Heian period to enshrine Sugawara no Michizane, and is said to be the first Tenjin-sama (Tenmangu) built in Japan, and is deeply worshiped by the people. Along with Kitano Tenmangu Shrine (Kyoto) and Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine (Fukuoka), it is also known as Japan's Three Tenjin Shrines, and is revered as the god of learning, attracting many tourists throughout the year. There are many cultural assets remaining within the precincts, including the Shunpūro built by the feudal lord, the Mori family.

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Telephone number	0835-23-7000
Website	https://www.hofutenmangu.com/
Access	[For trains] Approximately 15 minutes walk from Hofu Station on the Sanyo Main Line [For buses] From Hofu Station Tenjin Exit (north side) platform 2 [Amidaji Temple] Take the bus bound for Hofu Tenmangu Shrine (about 5 minutes), then walk 3 minutes [For cars] Expressway (Sanyo Expressway) Towards Hiroshima ⇒ Approximately 10 minutes from Hofu East Interchange Fukuoka area ⇒ Approximately 10 minutes from Hofu West Interchange
Language	日本語
Last Update ： 2023.11.15 Hofu Tourism and Convention Association

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