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坂上天満宮

Japanese Name坂上天満宮
PrefectureNagasaki
ReligionShinto
Coordinates32.7467896, 129.8764908

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About this Shrine

Sakamachi Tenman Shrine, located in Nagasaki Prefecture, is a historic Shinto temple dedicated to the deity of thunder and lightning, Amaterasu Omikami's son, Ōmoriyatsuhime no Okami (Ōmoriyatsuhime). The shrine was built during the Edo period and features traditional Japanese architecture with a main hall surrounded by a lush garden. Visitors can walk through the serene grounds and experience the tranquility of this ancient Shinto site.

Cultural Significance

Ōmoriyatsuhime no Okami is a kami associated with lightning and thunder, often invoked for protection against evil spirits. The shrine also holds an annual festival in July to celebrate the deity's power.

Enshrined Deities

Ōmoriyatsuhime

Location

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Quick Facts

  • Religion: Shinto

⛩ Visitor Tip

To fully appreciate the shrine's architecture, consider visiting during the spring cherry blossom season or autumn foliage, when the garden is especially beautiful.

History

The shrine was originally constructed in the Edo period, but its current form dates back to the Meiji era.

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