Tenpaku Shrine
Four Hundred Years of Faith Guarding Matsumoto Castle's Demon Gate
Tenpaku Shrine stands on the site corresponding to Matsumoto Castle's demon gate. During the Bunroku and Keicho eras, Ishikawa Kazumasa opened the Tenpaku Dojo while constructing the castle, enshrining Hachiman and Inari deities.It was restored during the Toda clan's rule in 1728 (Kyōhō 12), and subsequently underwent successive promotions through the Meiji and Taishō eras to reach its present status. The plaque reading "
Great Tenpaku Twin Shrines" above the worship hall speaks to this shrine's profound history. Feel the spiritual footprints of the castle town at this place of worship, which has protected Matsumoto for four centuries.
Great Tenpaku Twin Shrines" above the worship hall speaks to this shrine's profound history. Feel the spiritual footprints of the castle town at this place of worship, which has protected Matsumoto for four centuries.
Information
- Address
- 3-4-28 Kitafukashi Matsumoto City
- Access (Car)
- Approximately 20 minutes from Matsumoto IC
- Access (Public Transportation)
- From Matsumoto Station's Castle Exit, take the Matsumoto Bus Asama Line or Shinshu University Yokota Loop Line and get off at Hagi-machi. Ride time is about 8 minutes. After getting off, it's a 2-minute walk.
*Note: Business hours and closures are subject to change.