Takamori Tenman Shrine
📍 Yamaguchi, Iwakuni · 1485 Shimokuhara, Shuto-cho, Iwakuni, Yamaguchi Prefecture
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
Enshrining the spirit of Sugawara Michizane, Takamori Tenman Shrine is the aspiration of all those who pursue learning. In the land of Iwakuni, students and knowledge-seekers never cease their visits. The power of academic achievement peculiar to Tenman shrines is unusually strong in this place. It opens the way of knowledge and wisdom to all who visit.
Benefits
Academic achievementCultural advancementWisdom bestowed