Tsuruoka Tenmangu
鶴岡天満宮
Yamagata · Tsuruoka
Tenjin reussite scolaire
Kanpei Taisha
Dazaifu Tenmangu
Dazaifu Tenmangu
Tarif
Free (treasure hall ¥500)
Goshuin
¥500
Acces
5 min walk
Horaires
6:00–19:00 (varies seasonally)
Vue d'ensemble
Dazaifu Tenmangu is Japan's most revered shrine for academic success, built over the grave of Sugawara no Michizane — the 9th-century scholar, poet, and statesman who was unjustly exiled and posthumously deified as Tenjin, the god of learning. Millions of students visit annually to pray for exam success. The grounds contain 6,000 plum trees in 197 varieties, which bloom spectacularly in February and March. Together with Kitano Tenmangu in Kyoto, it leads a network of roughly 12,000 Tenjin shrines nationwide.
Histoire
Fondation
📜Selon la tradition
905 [延喜5年]
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Atteste par les sources
905 903📜Selon la tradition
Sugawara no Michizane died in exile at Dazaifu, age 59. Legend says the ox carrying his coffin refused to move further at this spot.
905📄Atteste par les sources
First shrine built at the burial site.
1591📄Atteste par les sources
Current main hall built in Momoyama architectural style; designated Important Cultural Property.
2023📄Atteste par les sources
Major renovation of the main hall began — the first in 124 years.
Divinites venerees
⛩
primary Deity
Bienfaits
Reseau de sanctuaires
Tenjin head
Head shrine of approximately 12,000 branch shrines nationwide.
A savoir
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The shrine contains 6,000 plum trees of 197 varieties — Michizane was famous for his love of plum blossoms.
Source: documented
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Legend says the 'flying plum' (tobiume) tree followed Michizane from Kyoto to Dazaifu — it flew overnight to be near its master.
Source: tradition
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Currently undergoing its first major renovation in 124 years (begun 2023), with a temporary worship hall designed by architect Fujimoto Sou.
Source: documented
Dans la pop culture
anime / 2010
Noragami Dazaifu Tenmangu in Fukuoka. As another major Tenjin shrine, it is connected to the Tenjin character in the series.
Infos pratiques
Location Coordinates
33.5214, 130.5350
Physical Address
4-7-1 Saifu, Dazaifu, Fukuoka 818-0195
Province historique
Chikuzen / Chikugo / Buzen
Acces
Dazaifu Station (Nishitetsu Dazaifu Line)
5 min walk
Horaires
6:00–19:00 (varies seasonally)
Meilleure saison
February–March (plum blossoms — 6,000 trees)Exam season (Jan–Mar)
Langues etrangeres
EnglishChineseKorean
Accessibilite
Mostly accessible; main approach is flat
Site officiel
https://www.dazaifutenmangu.or.jp/
Informations visiteurs verifiees le 2026-04-06. Consultez le site officiel pour les details actuels.
Pourquoi ce sanctuaire
Japan's supreme shrine for academic success, with 6,000 plum trees and profound cultural significance as the resting place of the god of learning.
Sanctuaires lies
Yushima Tenmangu
湯島天満宮
Tokyo · Bunkyo
Tenjin reussite scolaire
Kameido Tenjin Shrine
亀戸天神社
Tokyo · Koto-ku
Tenjin reussite scolaire
Egara Tenjin Shrine
荏柄天神社
Kanagawa · Kamakura
Tenjin reussite scolaire
Fukashi Shrine
深志神社
Nagano · Matsumoto-shi
Tenjin reussite scolaire
Kitano Tenmangu
北野天満宮
Kyoto · Kyoto-shi, Kamigyo-ku
Tenjin reussite academique
Questions frequentes
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What is Dazaifu Tenmangu?
Dazaifu Tenmangu is Japan's most revered shrine for academic success, built over the grave of Sugawara no Michizane — the 9th-century scholar, poet, and statesman who was unjustly exiled and posthumously deified as Tenjin, the god of learning. Millions of students visit annually to pray for exam success. The grounds contain 6,000 plum trees in 197 varieties, which bloom spectacularly in February and March. Together with Kitano Tenmangu in Kyoto, it leads a network of roughly 12,000 Tenjin shrines nationwide.
Where is Dazaifu Tenmangu located?
Dazaifu Tenmangu is located in Dazaifu, Fukuoka. The full address is: 4-7-1 Saifu, Dazaifu, Fukuoka 818-0195.
What deities are enshrined at Dazaifu Tenmangu?
The enshrined deities are: Tenjin (Sugawara no Michizane).
What blessings can you pray for at Dazaifu Tenmangu?
Dazaifu Tenmangu is known for: reussite scolaire, apprentissage, reussite aux examens, poesie.
How do I get to Dazaifu Tenmangu?
The nearest station is Dazaifu Station (Nishitetsu Dazaifu Line). It is about a 5-minute walk from the station.