Kinugake Tenmangu
📍 Fukuoka, Fukuoka City · 4-59 Gion Town, Hakata Ward
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–17:00
Fee
—
Direct-write
Unknown
Pre-written
Unknown
About
Founded1920
EnshrinedEmperor Meiji, Empress Shoken
RankImperial Shrine (Kanpei Taisha)
FestivalNovember 3 (Annual Festival)
HeritageHonden (Registered Cultural Property)
Website www.meijijingu.or.jp/en/
History
Kinugake Tenmangu, enshrined in the land of Gion, is a Tenmangu shrine dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane. Its name carries an interesting origin, with a legend remaining that a robe was hung upon the deity. As the god of learning, many students and examination candidates visit to offer prayers for academic success and passing examinations. Positioned in the heart of Hakata, yet with quiet grounds, the shrine serves as a source of support for those devoted to their studies. Cherished for a long time by the people of the region.
Benefits
academic successpassing examinationsbestowal of wisdomadvancement in literatureenhancement of artistic skillsgood fortune and prosperity
