Tenjin Jinja
📍 Saitama, Kawagoe · 1242 Ishidahon-goshinden, Kawagoe-shi, Saitama
📿 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
Tenjin Jinja is a shrine that quietly resides in the land of Kawagoe. Although the date of its founding is uncertain, it has been loved by the local people and has attracted faith since ancient times. The main deity is Sugawara no Michizane, widely known as the god of academic success. The precincts are rich in greenery and enveloped in a tranquil atmosphere. It is a suitable place to pray for academic success and family safety in a calm environment. Many students and exam takers visit here.
Benefits
Academic successFamily safetyExorcism