Kitano Tenmangu Shrine is the head shrine of all Tenmangu shrines – some 12,000 in all – throughout Japan, and it enshrines Sugawara no Michizane. Revered as the god of learning, it’s a popular destination for students praying for academic success, especially before exams.  This shrine has a beautiful plum orchard, a nod to Michizane’s … Continue reading Kitano Tenmangu Shrine | Beautiful Gardens