Asahimori Tenmangu
📍 Tochigi, Sano · Tenjin-cho 807, Sano-shi, Tochigi
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–16:00
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
This Asahimori Tenmangu enshrines Sugawara no Michizane, the god of learning. Therefore, many students and exam candidates visit seeking academic success and prayers for passing exams. Plum trees are planted in the precincts, which are cherished as Michizane's favorite flower. In a quiet and calm atmosphere, one can see people earnestly praying for success. It is also said to have the benefit of good luck and warding off evil, responding to a wide range of wishes.
Benefits
Academic successPrayers for passing examsGood luck and warding off evil
