TsutsujigaokaTenmangu（榴岡天満宮）, located in Sendai City, is a Shinto shrine cherished by the locals as a famous cherry blossom spot. Situated near Tsutsujigaoka Park, the shrine’s grounds are adorned with ancient plum, white oak, and weeping cherry trees, creating a serene atmosphere despite its urban setting.
The vermilion-painted Karmon gate reflects the Zen Buddhist style from the mid-Edo period and is registered as a cultural asset of Sendai City.
Tsutsujigaoka Tenmangu enshrines Sugawara no Michizane, the deity of learning, attracting many students and exam-takers who seek success and blessings in their academic endeavors. The shrine is also believed to grant blessings for fertility, protection from misfortune, physical health, good fortune, financial prosperity, and fulfillment of wishes.
Within the precincts stands a stone statue known as the “Nadeushi” or “stroking cow,” believed to bestow divine blessings when touched.
Visitors can also enjoy various types of omikuji, or fortune-telling strips, with the “Knot Fortune Omikuji” being particularly popular, offering over 20 different fortunes.
Tsutsujigaoka Tenmangu serves as a place of support and guidance for many people during significant moments in their lives. Be sure to pay a visit and experience its tranquil ambiance and spiritual significance.
Address: 105-3 Tsutsujigaoka, Miyagino-ku, Sendai-shi, Miyagi Prefecture
Website: https://tsutsujigaokatenmangu.jp/
Access: By Train:
- 15 minutes on foot from JR Sendai Station
- 3 minutes on foot from JR Senzan Line, Tsutsujigaoka Station
- 10 minutes on foot from Sendai Subway Tozai Line, Miyaginodori Station
By Car:
- Approximately 20 minutes from Tohoku Expressway, Sendai-Miyagi Interchange
- Approximately 15 minutes from Sendai East Road, Sendai East Interchange
