Yushima Tenmangu Shrine

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A tranquil oasis in the bustling city. Yushima Tenmangu Shrine, dedicated to Sugawara Michizane, the god of learning, is a power spot visited by many students during exam season. In spring, around 200 plum trees burst into bloom, creating a breathtaking scene.

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HighlightsShrine dedicated to Sugawara Michizane, the god of learning
Power spot visited by many students during exam season
Approximately 200 plum trees in bloom during spring
Tranquil oasis in the bustling city
Historic shrine with roots in the Edo period

Basic Information

Address: 3-30-1 Yushima, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo Search for tourist attractions in Tokyo

Access: 3-minute walk from Exit 3 of Yushima Station on the Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line 6-minute walk from Exit A4 of Ueno-Okachimachi Station on the Toei Oedo Line 6-minute walk from Exit A4 of Ueno-Hirokoji Station on the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line 8-minute walk from the North Exit of Okachimachi Station on the JR Yamanote Line 8-minute walk from Exit 5 of Hongo-Sanchome Station on the Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line Show route

Op.Hours: 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Cld.Days: None

Fee: Free

INFO: Smoking is prohibited on the premises. Pets are not allowed.

HP: http://www.yushimatenjin.or.jp/

Overview

Yushima Tenmangu Shrine, located in Yushima, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo, enshrines Sugawara Michizane. Known as the god of learning, Michizane was a scholar and statesman during the Heian period, revered for his exceptional talents in academics, arts, and politics. During the Edo period, the shrine received the respect and protection of the shogunate, becoming a center of Tenjin (god of learning) worship in Edo and Tokyo. Even today, it's bustling with students seeking blessings for their exams during exam season. Yushima Tenmangu Shrine has also been known as a famous plum blossom viewing spot since the Edo period. In spring, approximately 200 plum trees bloom, transforming the grounds into a beautiful floral paradise. You can enjoy a leisurely stroll, enveloped by the fragrant plum blossoms. Yushima Tenmangu Shrine offers many other attractions. For instance, the "撫で牛" (nadenyushi, stroking ox) behind the main hall is said to bring intelligence if you stroke it. There's also a treasure hall exhibiting treasures related to Sugawara Michizane. Despite its location in the heart of the city, Yushima Tenmangu Shrine offers a serene and peaceful atmosphere, providing the perfect escape from the urban hustle and bustle and a chance for relaxation and rejuvenation.

Yushima Tenmangu Shrine

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