Dazaifu Tenmangu is a representative tourist destination in Fukuoka, Kyushu. It is one of the most popular sightseeing spots in Fukuoka, as it is easily accessible from the Hakata/Tenjin area in less than an hour by train.
This is where Michizane Sugawara, known as the “god of learning,” is enshrined, and it is especially popular with students and families during the first visit and examination season.
The points of worship of Dazaifu Tenmangu, which is full of charm, are introduced in this article, so please refer to it.
In this article, we will introduce the recommended spots you should visit around there.
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Kyushu National Museum – About 10 minutes walk from Dazaifu Tenmangu
The Kyushu National Museum is a museum of sophisticated contemporary art and history. It is the fourth national museum after Tokyo, Nara and Kyoto. The exterior of the building, which draws a curved line, is impressive, and when you enter the building, the light will come in through the glass and the open entrance will fascinate you.
The theme of the museum is “capturing the formation of Japanese culture from the perspective of Asian history”, and exhibits that are unique to the land where exchange with asian countries has been active for a long time.
From 14:00 every Sunday, there is also a “Backyard Tour,” a free tour that allows you to peek behind the scenes of the museum, which you can’t usually enter.
On Fridays and Saturdays, the “Night Museum Expedition” event is also held. If you have the right timing, let’s join them.
Information
Kyushu National Museum
Address : 4-7-2 Ishizaka, Dazaifu City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Tel : 050-5542-8600
Business hours : 9:30-17:00 (Tue-Thurs), -20:00 (Fri/Sat)
Regular holidays : Monday
Web site : https://www.kyuhaku.jp/
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Komyozenji – admiring its beauty
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Komyozenji Temple is about 5 minutes to the right from the Dazaifu Tenmangu Information Center. It is a Zen temple founded in 1273 by the Tetsugyu Enshin Osho from the Sugawara family, and is known as a beautiful moss temple.
The season of fresh green and autumn leaves is especially recommended for visiting there.
The Karasansui garden, which is named “Bukkou garden” (front garden) where stones are arranged in the shape of “光”, and “Itteki Kaite garden” (rear garden), which represents the ocean with white sand, is worth seeing.
During the time when sunlight shines through the trees, the colors are reflected on the temple floor. It is a spot where you can relax and enjoy Japanese Wabi Sabi from a busy approach.
Reference : https://www.travel.co.jp/guide/article/13757/
Information
Komyozenji
Address : 2-16-1, Dazaifu, Dazaifu City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Tel : 092-922-4053
Business hours : Indeterminate
Regular holidays : Indeterminate
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Dazaifu Burger – Plum burger popular in Dazaifu
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“Dazaifu Burger” is a popular burger with plums in Dazaifu that you should try if you are hungry. It is sold at a fried chicken specialty store called “Chikushi An”, which is located right next to the small torii gate on the approach to Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine.
It is a gem that can only be tasted there, with deep-fried local chicken from Itoshima, sandwiched with famous plums and homemade tartar.
Enjoy the taste with fried fried sweet and spicy sauce that has been featured in many media.
Information
Chikushi An
Address : 3-2-2 Dazaifu, Dazaifu City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Tel : 092-921-8781
Web site : https://www.chikushian.com/
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Starbucks Coffee Dazaifu Tenmangu Store
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Starbucks Coffee Dazaifu Tenmangu Store has a fashionable appearance that will make you stop. Kengo Kuma, a Japanese famous architect, is in charge of the design.
The concept is “fusion of tradition and modernity with natural materials”. The entrance has a traditional design using a half-timbered structure, and many tourists take a commemorative photo in front of there.
A plum tree, a symbol of Dazaifu Tenmangu, is planted in the back of the store.
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Starbucks Coffee Dazaifu Tenmangu Store
Address : 3-2-43 Dazaifu, Dazaifu City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Tel : 092-919-5690
Business hours : 8:00 – 20:00
Regular holidays : Irregular holidays
Web site : https://store.starbucks.co.jp/detail-1058/
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“Umegae Mochi” – When you’re hungry
“Umegae mochi” is a specialty of Dazaifu related to Michizane Sugawara. It is made from a blend of glutinous rice and non-glutinous rice, wrapped in a refined and slightly sweet bean paste, and baked fragrantly.
Among many stores, “Kasa no Ie”, which started as a Hatago in 11th year of Taisho and also sells Umegae Mochi, is famous. If you have time, please take a break in the store and enjoy it.
If you like sweets, it is also recommended to try eating and comparing with Umegae Mochi from other stores.
Information
Kasano-ya
Address : 2-7-24 Dazaifu, Dazaifu City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Tel : 092-922-1010
Business hours : 9:00 – 18:00
Regular holidays : No regular holidays
Web site : http://www.kasanoya.com/index.html
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Conclusion
What did you think? Please refer to this article and enjoy Dazaifu City while visiting Dazaifu Tenmangu!
Information
Dazaifu Tenmangu
Address : 4-7-1, Dazaifu, Dazaifu City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Worship time:
<Opening> Spring equinox day-autumn equinox day: 6:00-, other days: 6:30-
<Closed> 4/5/9/10/11: ~19:00,
6/7/August: -19:30, December-March: 18:30, every Friday and Saturday: -20:00 (Kyushu (For the National Museum Night Hall)
Access: 5 minutes walk from the nearest station “Dazaifu Station”
[Direct bus] About 45 minutes from “Dazaifu Station” from Hakata Bus Terminal (5 minutes walk from Hakata Station)
[Train] Take the Omuta Line (limited express/express) from Nishitetsu “Fukuoka (Tenjin) Station” for 15 minutes, then transfer to the Dazaifu Line at “Futukaichi Station” and about 5 minutes for “Dazaifu Station”
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