Overview
It enshrines the deity of learning, and fills in July for the Tenjin festival, one of the three great festivals of Japan. Known for its river procession and dedicated fireworks.
About this place
The Osaka Tenmangū Shrine (大阪天満宮, Ōsaka Tenmangū) is a Shinto shrine and one of Tenmangū founded in AD 949 in Osaka by Emperor Murakami. The Tenjin Festival is held here annually from 24 July to 25 July. The shrine has been periodically destroyed by fire, with the present entrance hall and gate built in 1845.
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Founded：949 Blessings：Learning
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