Kitano tenman-gu shrine

Shrine

Kitano tenman-gu is an old shrine in Kyoto. it was established in 947 to honour Michizane Sugawara, who was a famous politician. He was quite intelligent, so this shrine is believed as good shrine for study.
Tenjin-san market is held on 25th of every month here. This is the most popular flea market in Kyoto, you could find some nice antique dishes, kimono, or somethings.

access

Kyoto city, Kamigyo-ku, Bakuro-cho
Tel : 075-461-0005
City bus “Kitano tenman-gu” bus stop, walk 1 minutes
Parking: free (only 25th of each month no parking)
Open 5:00 – Close 18:00
The time required about 30 minutes
Admission free
No need reservation

website

http://www.kitanotenmangu.or.jp/top_en.php

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