Tsuruoka Tenmangu
鶴岡天満宮
Yamagata · Tsuruoka
Tenjin Academic Success
Yushima Tenmangu
湯島天満宮
Admission
Free
Goshuin
300 JPY
Access
3 min walk
Hours
6:00-20:00
Overview
Yushima Tenmangu is Tokyo's most famous shrine for academic success, dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane, the Heian-era scholar deified as Tenjin. During exam season, the shrine grounds are filled with thousands of ema (prayer plaques) bearing students' hopes for success.
History
Founding
📜According to tradition
458 [雄略天皇2年]
One of Tokyo's most popular Tenmangu shrines dedicated to the deity of learning. Especially crowded during entrance exam season (January-March). Famous for its plum blossom garden.
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
Practical Information
Location Coordinates
35.7078, 139.7688
Physical Address
3-30-1 Yushima, Bunkyo, Tokyo
東京都文京区湯島3-30-1
Historical Province
Musashi
Access
Yushima Station (Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line)
3 min walk
Hours
6:00-20:00
Best Times to Visit
winterspring
Foreign Language Support
English
Accessibility
Good
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 Yushima Tenmangu?
Yushima Tenmangu is Tokyo's most famous shrine for academic success, dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane, the Heian-era scholar deified as Tenjin. During exam season, the shrine grounds are filled with thousands of ema (prayer plaques) bearing students' hopes for success.
Where is Yushima Tenmangu located?
Yushima Tenmangu is located in Bunkyo, Tokyo. The full address is: 3-30-1 Yushima, Bunkyo, Tokyo.