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Hofu Tenmangu Shrine

Japan, 747-0029 14-1 Matsuzakicho, Hofu City, Yamaguchi Prefecture

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.

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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