A spring festival at Kitano Tenmangu Shrine honoring Michizane, who loved plum blossoms
Kitano Tenmangu Plum Blossom Festival
Festival information
EVENT INFORMATION- Season / frequency
- February 25
- Location
- Kitano Tenmangu Shrine
- Area
- Kyoto Prefecture・Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto(From Tokyo: approx. 2 h 10 min–2 h 40 min · bullet train)Prefecture-level estimate to a main station or airport, not the venue. Airport access, check-in and onward travel are extra; remote areas and islands can take much longer.
- Wishes behind the festival
- Participation fee
- Open-air tea gathering ticket: Paid
- Last updated
- 2026/10/25
The Kitano Tenmangu Plum Blossom Festival is held on the anniversary of Sugawara no Michizane’s death to honor him and his love of plum blossoms. A ceremony and an open-air tea gathering are held.
About Kitano Tenmangu Plum Blossom Festival
The Kitano Tenmangu Plum Blossom Festival is held on February 25, the anniversary of the death of Sugawara no Michizane, the enshrined deity.
It is held at Kitano Tenmangu Shrine to honor Michizane, who deeply loved plum blossoms.
Enjoy the ceremony and open-air tea gathering while appreciating the connection between plum blossoms and Michizane.
Festival highlights
A highlight is the ceremony honoring Sugawara no Michizane, who loved plum blossoms.
At Kitano Tenmangu Shrine, you can experience an event that brings together the anniversary of Michizane’s death and the plum blossom season.
An open-air tea gathering is also featured alongside the ceremony, making the event distinctive for combining a shrine festival with a tea gathering.
A spring festival at Kitano Tenmangu Shrine honoring Michizane, who loved plum blossoms
What to expect
A ceremony is held at Kitano Tenmangu Shrine on the day, along with an open-air tea gathering.
According to the information provided, the ceremony runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and the tea gathering also starts at 10 a.m.
Tickets for the open-air tea gathering are listed as paid.
How to take part
Tickets for the open-air tea gathering are listed as paid.
The information provided does not specify the price or how to purchase them.
Location and access
- Venue and address
Kitano Tenmangu Shrine / Bakurocho, Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture
- Train and bus
Get off at the “Kitano Tenmangu-mae” stop on the city bus
Address Bakurocho, Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture
Dates and season
- Season
February 25
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Tips for your visit
As details may change due to the social situation, visitors are advised to check the official Kitano Tenmangu Shrine information before setting out.
Nearby attractions
Near the venue, the Taishogun Hachimangu Shrine Hōtokuden and Kamishichiken are 0.2 km away in a straight line, while Hirano Shrine is 0.6 km away.
They are suggested as places to visit nearby in connection with the festival.
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京都府京都市下京区にある塔
京都国立博物館
京都市にある国立博物館
京都国立近代美術館
京都市左京区岡崎にある美術館
京都国際マンガミュージアム
日本の京都府京都市中京区にある日本最大の漫画博物館
京都市美術館
京都市左京区岡崎にある美術館
京都府立植物園
京都市左京区にある植物園
京都鉄道博物館
京都府京都市下京区にある鉄道博物館
Fushimi Inari Taisha
京都市伏見区にある神社
元離宮二条城
京都市にある城郭及び元皇室関連施設
Yasaka Jinja
京都市東山区にある神社
円山公園
京都市にある公園
Kitano Tenmangu Shrine
京都市上京区にある神社
Origins and History of Kitano Tenmangu Plum Blossom Festival
The Plum Blossom Festival is held on the anniversary of the death of Sugawara no Michizane, the enshrined deity of Kitano Tenmangu Shrine.
The festival is described as honoring Michizane’s legacy, against the backdrop of his deep love for plum blossoms.
The information provided does not give the year the festival began or details of its historical changes.
Official information
北野天満宮公式サイト：Official Kitano Tenmangu Shrine website
Kitano Tenmangu Plum Blossom Festival at a Glance
The Kitano Tenmangu Plum Blossom Festival is held on the anniversary of Sugawara no Michizane’s death to honor him and his love of plum blossoms.
A ceremony and an open-air tea gathering are held at Kitano Tenmangu Shrine. According to the information provided, the ceremony runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and the tea gathering starts at 10 a.m.
The venue is Kitano Tenmangu Shrine in Bakurocho, Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto. Get off at the “Kitano Tenmangu-mae” stop on the city bus.
Japanese Festivals.jp Editorial Team
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Article updated: 2026/10/25
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