Shinto shrine
Dazaifu Tenmangū
太宰府天満宮（だざいふてんまんぐう）
Dazaifu, Fukuoka Prefecture
A Tenmangū shrine where Sugawara no Michizane is enshrined. It is a place to encounter faith in him as a deity of learning, culture, and the arts, and to learn about his life.
English pages are the site’s own translations of its Japanese pages. The sources cited are in Japanese. 日本語で読む
Prayers associated with this place
Enshrined deity: Sugawara no Michizane
History and things to know
The shrine originated as the grave of Michizane, who ended his life in Dazaifu. Traditions linking the enshrined deity with trees and plants are also handed down, such as the legend of the Tobiume, the plum tree said to have flown here out of longing for Michizane.
Introduced by this site, based on materials from the shrine or temple and public bodies.
Related kami and buddhas
Before you visit
Opening hours, access, areas open to visitors, and events can change. Please check the latest guidance from the shrine or temple itself before you go.
Official website of the shrine or temple (may be in Japanese)
Sources (in Japanese)
- 太宰府市 日本遺産活性化協議会「太宰府天満宮」（2026-10-16 確認）
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