Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine (Dazaifu City, Fukuoka Prefecture)
Overview This ancient shrine, dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane, the god of learning, is one of Kyushu's most famous places of worship. Famous for its red and white plum blossoms, it bustles from winter to spring, and is famous for its souvenir shops along the approach and its fragrant "Umegae mochi" (rice cakes with sweet fragrant sweets). It is a cultural hub rivaling the Kyushu National Museum, attracting a steady stream of worshippers year-round. Highlights: Main Hall: Magnificent...
