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Hofu, Yamaguchi
Hofu Tenmangu
防府天満宮
A Tenjin shrine within walking distance of Hofu Station, associated with prayers for learning. Choose it for shrine architecture and a hill-side precinct; seasonal plum flowers depend on the weather.
What to see
- The shrine halls above the approach
- Plum trees linked to Tenjin worship
- The hill-side precinct
Traditions & prayers
Traditionally associated with these prayers. Associations describe worship traditions, not guaranteed results.
Prayer sourceEnshrined kami
Sugawara no Michizane · Amenohohi no Mikoto · Takehinadori no Mikoto · Nomi no Sukune
A short history
The shrine’s tradition dates its foundation to 904, the year after Sugawara no Michizane died. It enshrines Michizane together with Amenohohi, Takehinadori and Nomi no Sukune.
Before you go
The homepage reports construction affecting the route from the parking area toward the gate. Do not rely on an older approach description for a stroller or wheelchair visit; check the latest posted route.
First shrine visit: etiquette & offerings →Location
14-1 Matsuzaki-cho, Hofu, Yamaguchi
34.06294, 131.57453 · Representative point by the main precinct or approach, checked on GSI; not a certified visitor entrance or step-free route. · Location source
Sources
Details checked 2026-10-08. Check the official site for changes before visiting.