Tsuruoka Tenmangu
鶴岡天満宮
Yamagata · Tsuruoka
Tenjin Academic Success
Osaka Tenmangu
大阪天満宮
Admission
Free
Goshuin
300 yen
Access
5 min walk
Hours
9:00-17:00
Overview
Osaka Tenmangu is one of the most important Tenjin shrines in Japan, famous as the home of the Tenjin Matsuri, counted among Japan's three greatest festivals. Held on July 24-25, the festival's highlight is the spectacular boat procession (funatogyo) on the Okawa River, where over 100 boats create a river of light with bonfires.
History
Founding
📄
Documented
949 Source: Founded in Tenryaku 3
Enshrined Deities
⛩
primary Deity
God of scholarship, learning, calligraphy, and poetry; also a deity of thunder and natural calamity (tatarigami origin)
Blessings
Shrine Network
Tenjin Major branch
Did You Know?
💡
The Tenjin Matsuri boat procession features over 100 boats with bonfires on the Okawa River, creating a spectacular nighttime scene.
Source: documented
Practical Information
Location Coordinates
34.6933, 135.5133
Physical Address
2-1-8 Tenjinbashi, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka
大阪府大阪市北区天神橋2-1-8
Historical Province
Settsu / Kawachi / Izumi
Access
Minami-Morimachi Station (Osaka Metro)
5 min walk
Hours
9:00-17:00
Best Times to Visit
July (Tenjin Matsuri)
Official Website
https://osakatemmangu.or.jp/
Visitor information last verified: 2026-04-06. Please check the official website for the latest details.
Why This Shrine
Home of the Tenjin Matsuri, one of Japan's three great festivals. The river boat procession with bonfires is unforgettable.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team
What is Osaka Tenmangu?
Osaka Tenmangu is one of the most important Tenjin shrines in Japan, famous as the home of the Tenjin Matsuri, counted among Japan's three greatest festivals. Held on July 24-25, the festival's highlight is the spectacular boat procession (funatogyo) on the Okawa River, where over 100 boats create a river of light with bonfires.
Where is Osaka Tenmangu located?
Osaka Tenmangu is located in Osaka-shi, Kita-ku, Osaka. The full address is: 2-1-8 Tenjinbashi, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka.
What deities are enshrined at Osaka Tenmangu?
The enshrined deities are: Tenjin (Sugawara no Michizane).