Shinto shrineTokyo

Yushima Tenmangū

湯島天満宮

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The present cypress-built sanctuary was completed in 1995.

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Founding, rebuilding, and milestones across the centuries.

About the era labels

Browse places by founding, rebuilding, and other events in each historical era.

An illustrated overview of the grounds. Match the numbers to the landmarks below.

Illustration © emonsterIllustrated map for orientation. Access and paths may change; follow signs at the site.

Landmarks on this map

Main Shrine Hall
Cypress shrine hall dedicated to Ame-no-Tajikarao and Sugawara no Michizane.
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Treasure Museum
Museum displaying the shrine’s treasures and festival palanquins.
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Assembly Hall
Hall used for meetings and banquets.
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Plum Garden
Garden of red and white plum blossoms associated with Michizane.
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Purification Pavilion
Place to cleanse hands and mouth before worship.
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Old Amulet Repository
Place to return shrine talismans and protective charms.
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Check before you go

Hours, admission and access can change. Confirm current details with the site before travelling.

The official site gives gate hours of 06:00–20:00 and separate prayer reception of 09:00–16:30.

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