A Tenjin shrine in Kimitsu enshrining Sugawara no Michizane as a deity of learning.
Kimitsu is situated in a historically rich area that prospered as the center of Kazusa Province.
The grounds are nestled in Kimitsu's hills with scenic environment near a clear stream.
Many exam students and families visit for academic success and exam-passing blessings.
The main hall dates from the mid-Edo period …
The founding date is unknown, but a divided spirit of Sugawara no Michizane is said to have been invited from Sanuki in the late Heian period.
Sugawara no Michizane passed away at Dazaifu in 903 and was later deified as Tenman Tenjin.
Tenjin faith spread nationwide, with Tenmangu and Tenjin shrines …
Passing exams, scholarly achievement, calligraphy. Especially at Tenjin shrines honoring Sugawara no Michizane.
Derived from the enshrined deity "菅原道真公"
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