Said to be Japan's first Tenmangu shrine, founded in 923 by the Enryakuji high priest Soni at the imperial command of Emperor Daigo to pacify the spirit of Sugawara no Michizane. Its name derives from calming the floods and fires caused by Michizane's vengeful spirit, and it is known for blessings against water and fire disasters. Though small, the grounds are known as a spot for weeping cherry bl…
According to tradition, the shrine was founded in 923 (Encho 1) by the Tendai head priest Soni, acting on the imperial command of Emperor Daigo, to pacify the vengeful spirit of Sugawara no Michizane, which was believed to have caused floods and fires. It is said to be Japan's first Tenmangu shrine,…
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