Yushima Tenmangu

湯島天満宮

Admission
Free
Goshuin (Temple Seal)
300 JPY
Access
3 min walk
Hours
6:00-20:00

Overview

Yushima Tenmangu is Tokyo's most famous shrine for academic success, dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane, the Heian-era scholar deified as Tenjin. During exam season, the shrine grounds are filled with thousands of ema (prayer plaques) bearing students' hopes for success.

History

Founding

📜According to tradition
458 [雄略天皇2年]

One of Tokyo's most popular Tenmangu shrines dedicated to the deity of learning. Especially crowded during entrance exam season (January-March). Famous for its plum blossom garden.

Enshrined Deities

⛩
Tenjin (Sugawara no Michizane)
primary Deity

God of scholarship, learning, calligraphy, and poetry; also a deity of thunder and natural calamity (tatarigami origin)

Blessings

Academic Success Scholarship Passing Exams

Shrine Network

Tenmangu major_branch

Practical Information

Location Coordinates

35.7078, 139.7688

Physical Address

3-30-1 Yushima, Bunkyo, Tokyo

東京都文京区湯島3-30-1

Access

Yushima Station (Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line)

3 min walk

Hours

6:00-20:00

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 Yushima Tenmangu?

Yushima Tenmangu is Tokyo's most famous shrine for academic success, dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane, the Heian-era scholar deified as Tenjin. During exam season, the shrine grounds are filled with thousands of ema (prayer plaques) bearing students' hopes for success.

Where is Yushima Tenmangu located?

Yushima Tenmangu is located in Bunkyo, Tokyo. The full address is: 3-30-1 Yushima, Bunkyo, Tokyo.