Tsuruoka Tenmangu

鶴岡天満宮

Admission
Free
Goshuin (Temple Seal)
300 JPY
Access
20 min walk
Hours
Open daily

Overview

Tsuruoka Tenmangu enshrines Sugawara no Michizane, the deity of learning, in the former castle town of the Shonai domain. Its main hall is designated an Important Cultural Property, representing the artistic patronage of the Sakai clan.

History

Founding

📜According to tradition
1205 [元久2年]

A Tenjin shrine in the castle town of Tsuruoka with an Important Cultural Property main hall.

Enshrined Deities

Sugawara No Michizane
primary Deity

Blessings

Shrine Network

Tenjin branch

Practical Information

Location Coordinates

38.7305, 139.8315

Physical Address

3-40 Shinmei-cho, Tsuruoka, Yamagata

山形県鶴岡市神明町3-40

Access

Tsuruoka Station (JR Uetsu Main Line)

20 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 Tsuruoka Tenmangu?

Tsuruoka Tenmangu enshrines Sugawara no Michizane, the deity of learning, in the former castle town of the Shonai domain. Its main hall is designated an Important Cultural Property, representing the artistic patronage of the Sakai clan.

Where is Tsuruoka Tenmangu located?

Tsuruoka Tenmangu is located in Tsuruoka, Yamagata. The full address is: 3-40 Shinmei-cho, Tsuruoka, Yamagata.