Tsuruoka Tenmangu
鶴岡天満宮
Yamagata · Tsuruoka
Tenjin Academic Success
Fukashi Shrine
深志神社
/ Fukashi Jinja
Admission
Free
Goshuin
300 yen
Access
10 min walk
Hours
Dawn to dusk
Overview
Fukashi Shrine in Matsumoto City was founded in 1339 by Ogasawara Sadamune, who enshrined the Suwa deity (Takeminakata-no-Mikoto) in gratitude for military victories. In 1402 the Ogasawara clan added worship of Sugawara no Michizane (Tenman Tenjin) from Kitano Tenmangu, creating the dual-deity configuration that defines the shrine today. When Matsumoto Castle was constructed in 1504, Fukashi Shrine became its tutelary shrine, cementing its role as the spiritual guardian of the castle town and the patron deity of scholarship and martial arts for generations of Matsumoto residents.
History
Founding
📄
Documented
1339 1339
Founded by Ogasawara Sadamune; Suwa deity Takeminakata enshrined (originally Miyamura Shrine).
1402
Ogasawara Nagaki adds Tenjin worship from Kitano Tenmangu; dual-deity configuration established.
1504
Matsumoto Castle constructed; Fukashi Shrine becomes its tutelary deity.
Enshrined Deities
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primary Deity
Variant romanization of Sugawara no Michizane. See sugawara-no-michizane.
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secondary Deity
God of wind, water, hunting, and warfare; patron deity of the Suwa region
Blessings
Shrine Network
Tenjin Branch
Practical Information
Location Coordinates
36.2295, 137.9731
Physical Address
3-7-43 Fukashi, Matsumoto-shi, Nagano
長野県松本市深志3丁目7-43
Historical Province
Shinano
Access
Matsumoto Station (JR Shinano Railway)
10 min walk
Hours
Dawn to dusk
Visitor information last verified: 2026-04-06. Please check the official website for the latest details.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team
What is Fukashi Shrine?
Fukashi Shrine in Matsumoto City was founded in 1339 by Ogasawara Sadamune, who enshrined the Suwa deity (Takeminakata-no-Mikoto) in gratitude for military victories. In 1402 the Ogasawara clan added worship of Sugawara no Michizane (Tenman Tenjin) from Kitano Tenmangu, creating the dual-deity configuration that defines the shrine today. When Matsumoto Castle was constructed in 1504, Fukashi Shrine became its tutelary shrine, cementing its role as the spiritual guardian of the castle town and the patron deity of scholarship and martial arts for generations of Matsumoto residents.
Where is Fukashi Shrine located?
Fukashi Shrine is located in Matsumoto-shi, Nagano. The full address is: 3-7-43 Fukashi, Matsumoto-shi, Nagano.