Yushima Tenmangu
湯島天満宮
Tokyo · Bunkyo
Tenmangu Academic Success
Fusha
Kameido Tenjin Shrine
亀戸天神社
/ Kameido Tenjin Sha
Admission
Free
Goshuin (Temple Seal)
300 JPY
Access
10 min walk
Hours
Open daily
Overview
Built as a miniature replica of Dazaifu Tenmangu, this Edo-era shrine is celebrated for its stunning wisteria displays cascading over arched drum bridges in late April. Students flock here before exams to pray to the god of learning.
History
Founding
📄
Documented
1662 Enshrined Deities
⛩
primary Deity
God of scholarship, learning, calligraphy, and poetry; also a deity of thunder and natural calamity (tatarigami origin)
Blessings
Shrine Network
Tenmangu branch
Head shrine: Dazaifu Tenmangu
Practical Information
Location Coordinates
35.6975, 139.8253
Physical Address
3-6-1 Kameido, Koto-ku, Tokyo
東京都江東区亀戸3-6-1
Access
Kameido Station (JR Sobu Line)
10 min walk
Hours
Open daily
Visitor information last verified: 2026-04-06. Please check the official website for the latest details.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team
What is Kameido Tenjin Shrine?
Built as a miniature replica of Dazaifu Tenmangu, this Edo-era shrine is celebrated for its stunning wisteria displays cascading over arched drum bridges in late April. Students flock here before exams to pray to the god of learning.
Where is Kameido Tenjin Shrine located?
Kameido Tenjin Shrine is located in Koto-ku, Tokyo. The full address is: 3-6-1 Kameido, Koto-ku, Tokyo.