Kitano Tenmangu Shrine

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This is a shrine located in Kobe City. Sugawara Michizane known as the god of learning is enshrined here. The temple is positioned on a hill in Kitano, where the cultures of foreign countries remain; it was named “Tenku (roof of Heaven) shrine” as it commands a view of Kobe Kitano Ijinkan. In 1180 on the occasion of Taira no Kiyomori transferring the capital to Kobe, this temple was created on the transfer and enshrining of the capital’s guardian deity to Kyoto Kitano Tenmangu Shrine. The main shrine, front shrine and “Torii” (Shinto shrine archway) have all been designated as Important Traditional Buildings.

Spot details

Address: Hyogo Pref. Koubeshi Chuou-ku Kitanochou 3-12 Map
Area: Central Kobe City Area
Phone: 0782212139
Hours: [Gates openHours]7:30-17:00
[Gateway]9:00-17:00
Closed: open everyday
Fees: [Visit fee] Free
Parking Lot: Not available
Credit Card: Not available
Smoking: Not available
Wi-Fi: Not available
Estimated stay time: 0-30 minutes

Information Sources: NAVITIME JAPAN

Articles about this spot

Review

Overlooking Kitano

Reviewed : 2019.11.09

It is a shrine for those seeking academic success. Students sitting for examinations will come here to seek blessings. However, only a small space is designated for hanging the blessings...
Nice view over Kobe

Reviewed : 2018.12.12

This Shrine is nothing special, except that it provides a very nice view over Kobe. To get to the top, it is necessary to climb a staircase, which looks rather step but it is quickly done. If you are...
Great shrine

Reviewed : 2018.05.31

Located in Kitano area. A great shrine and not so touristy. Some stairs to climb to reach the shrine. View from the top is very beautiful.