About the facility
Kitano Tenmangu is the origin and the head shrine of some 12,000 Tenmangu shrines across Japan dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane, a historical figure, scholar, and politician who represented the middle Heian Period. Since ancient times, people have called the shrine adoringly by its nickname Kitano-no-Tenjinsama, which is a place to make wishes for passing school entrance exams, getting good academic records, developing great artistic talent, or staying out of trouble.
Special offers of KANSAI RAILWAY PASS
Free commemorative gift
Access
- Closest stations/bus stops
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- Kitayama Station (Kyoto City Metro) → Kamigamo Jinjamae (city bus), 230 yen
- Demachiyanagi Station (Keihan Electric Railway) → Kamigamo Jinjamae (city bus), 230 yen
- Omiya Station (Hankyu Electric Railway) → Kamigamo Jinjamae (city bus), 230 yenBus fares separately required.
- KANSAI RAILWAY PASS Reference links
Map and information
Recommended places to visit in KYOTO
Areas you can travel to with KANSAI RAILWAY PASS
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OSAKA
The most popular area in Kansai,
with many vibrant spots. -
KYOTO
Kyoto is the place to visit if you want to enjoy traditional Japan.
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NARA
This is an area with many historic temples and shrines, as well as lots of nature.
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KOBE/HIMEJI
Kobe is a town surrounded by the ocean and mountains, while Himeji boasts Himeji Castle, a world heritage site.
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WAKAYAMA
It is renowned for world-heritage Koyasan.
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SHIGA
Visit Hieizan Enryakuji temple and Lake Biwa, the largest lake in Japan.