Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine
Fukuoka prefecture
History/Culture
Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine was built in honor of Sugawara Michizane (the God of wisdom) and is often crowded with people, mainly praying to pass school entrance exams. The shrine is also the national headquarters for all Tenmangu shrines. On the shrine’s premises, there are a species of deciduous tree that is protected as a natural treasure, camphor trees, Japanese apricots, and irises. Visitors can enjoy the beautiful sceneries of the four seasons.
*About the Building
Government-designated Important Cultural Asset (Main shrine); built in 1591
*Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible bathrooms
| Address | 〒818-0117 4-7-1 Dazaifu, Dazaifu-shi, Fukuoka |
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| Contact |
Tel: 092-922-8225 Fax: 092-921-1010 Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine |
| Access Information | By train ・5 minute walk from Nishitetsu “Dazaifu” Station |
| Parking | 300 vehicles |
| Parking fees | Required |
| Times Available | - |
| Time Required | Same as above |
| Max, Capacity | No limit |
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| Closed | - |
| Usage fees | Shrine visits are free (there is an entry fee to the Homotsuden (shrine museum) and the Kanko History Museum. There are days when the buildings are closed) |
| Reservations required | Not required |
| For reservations | - |
| 2D Bar Codes | Show 2D Bar Codes |
| Links | - |
Address & info for surround area
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