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Shirakata Tenmangu Shrine

Travel Guide - Shirakata Tenmangu Shrine

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Shirakata Tenmangu Shrine, also known locally as "Tenjin-san", is dedicated to Sugawara Michizane, a great scholar of the 9th century, as the God of Learning.
Every year on July 24th and 25th, there is a summer festival held here. People carry small portable shrines on their shoulders through the streets, and a large number of stalls are set up, selling food, drink, toys and so on.

Opening HoursOpening Hours

  • Open 24 hours

ClosedClosed

  • No closing days

Price / Entrance FeePrice / Entrance Fee

  • Admission Free

Access / Public TransportAccess / Public Transport

  • 7 minutes walk from JR Matsue Station

Address / LocationAddress / Location

  • 58, Tenjimmachi, Matsue-shi, Shimane, 690-0064
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