Tennando-ya Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in the city of Chiba, Chiba Prefecture. The shrine is dedicated to the kami Amaterasu Omikami, the Shinto sun goddess, and is also known as Tenzan Shrine. Visitors can explore the shrine's beautiful gardens and traditional architecture, which date back to the Edo period. The shrine is particularly famous for its ornate torii gate and stunning cherry blossom displays.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Amaterasu Omikami
- Kami enshrined
- Amaterasu, Omikami
- Coordinates
- 35.5533589, 139.7359321
Visitor tip
For a more immersive experience, try visiting the shrine at dawn when the sun is rising, and take a stroll through the beautifully landscaped gardens.
Cultural notes
Tennando-ya Shrine is closely associated with the legend of Urashima Taro, a young fisherman who retrieved a golden box from the bottom of the sea. The shrine's torii gate is said to be the spot where Taro returned home after his journey.
Historical note
The shrine was originally built in 1610 during the Edo period and has undergone several renovations over the centuries.