Jongawa Tenman-miya is a Shinto shrine located in the scenic town of Daigo, Ibaraki Prefecture. Dedicated to the kami Tenman Tenjin, the shrine is known for its beautiful garden and historic architecture. Visitors can explore the shrine's tranquil grounds, which feature a stunning wooden torii gate and a serene pond with koi fish swimming beneath it.
- Religion
- shinto
- Kami enshrined
- Tenman Tenjin
- Coordinates
- 36.0924157, 139.768104
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the garden, visit during the cherry blossom season, when vibrant pink blossoms bloom throughout the grounds.
Cultural notes
As a Tenjin shrine, Jongawa Tenman-miya is associated with good fortune, prosperity, and academic success. The shrine's torii gate is said to be built using traditional Edo-period construction techniques.
Historical note
The shrine was founded in the Edo period (1603-1868), during the rule of Tokugawa Ieyasu.