Arahira-tenjin
荒平天神
A unique shrine dedicated to Sugawara Michizane, built on a rocky island extending into the sea.
What it is
- A shrine in Kagoshima Prefecture.
- Official name is Sugawara Shrine.
- Dedicated to the deity Sugawara Michizane.
- Founding date is unknown, possibly 1532-1555.
What to see
- Shrine built on a rocky mountain.
- Mountain is called Tenjin-jima.
- One of the Kanoya Eight Views.
Getting there
- Along Prefectural Road 68.
- About one hour by car from Sakurajima Ferry Terminal.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
鹿児島県鹿屋市天神町4014 Open in Google Maps
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