天神社

Japanese Name天神社
PrefectureGunma
ReligionShinto
Primary DeitySugawara no Michizane
Coordinates36.0051292, 139.4384032

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About this Shrine

The Tenjin Shrine in Gunma Prefecture is a Shinto shrine dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane, a 9th-century nobleman and Buddhist priest who played a significant role in the restoration of imperial power during the Heian period. Known for its beautiful garden and traditional architecture, the shrine is also famous for being the final resting place of the renowned samurai and daimyo, Takeda Katsunaga.

Cultural Significance

Located near the city of Kumagaya, the Tenjin Shrine is connected to local folklore surrounding a famous legendary sword, Kusanagi-no-Tsurugi, said to be owned by the shrine's enshrined deity. The shrine also holds an annual 'Tenjin Matsuri' festival in May, where visitors can enjoy traditional performances and food stalls.

Enshrined Deities

Sugawara no Michizane

Location

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