- Dates & time
- July 25, 2026 (Sat) 終日(社頭にて随時)
- cost
- Free to visit
- Venue & access
- Kitano Tenmangu Shrine About 15 min walk north from Sannomiya Station, just above the Weathercock House in Kitano.
There are 6 car parks within a 12-minute walk of Kitano Tenmangu Shrine, and 2 public restrooms within 8 minutes. The map shows each with its walking time.
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Why You Should Visit
The summer festival of Kitano Tenmangu, perched on the hillside above Kobe's Ijinkan foreign-residence quarter. Dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane, the deity of learning, the shrine holds rites praying for health and prosperity. Votive andon lanterns are displayed in the grounds, and from its spot just above the Weathercock House you can take in views over Kitano and Kobe port.
NOTE
About the festival:
- Held annually on July 25 as the shrine's summer rite
- Prayers for health and prosperity of worshippers
- Votive andon lanterns displayed in the grounds
*Check the official site or the shrine office (078-221-2139) for start times and the day's schedule.
出典: 北野天満神社 公式サイト
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