Yasui Shrine (Yasui Tenmangu Shrine)

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Yasui Shrine (Yasui Tenmangu Shrine)

The place where Sanada Yukimura met his end, with a history of over 1,100 years.

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Its exact origins are unknown, but it is said that in 942, villagers enshrined Sugawara no Michizane together here to calm his spirit, at a site where Sukunahikona-no-Mikoto had already been worshiped as the deity. Because Sukunahikona-no-Mikoto was believed to heal illness through medical arts, remedies, and charms, the shrine is said to bring blessings for recovery from illness. The other enshrined deity, Sugawara no Michizane, is widely revered as the god of learning and culture.

In recent years, the shrine has also become popular as the place where Sanada Yukimura was killed in battle by Tokugawa forces during the Summer Siege of Osaka, drawing history fans from across Japan. Within the shrine grounds stand a statue of Sanada Yukimura and a stone monument marking the site of his death. Beside them is a pine tree named Sanada Matsu, said to mark the spot where he spent his final moments. The original tree withered away, and the current one is the second generation planted afterward.

In one corner of the grounds are also the Kanshizume no I Well, said to have been used by Michizane, Inari Daimyojin, believed to bring various blessings including abundant harvests, and Kanayamahiko Shrine, said to offer merits for ironwork and metal-related trades.

Highlights

  • An ancient shrine dedicated to Sukunahikona-no-Mikoto and Sugawara no Michizane.
  • Known as the place where the popular Sengoku-period warlord Sanada Yukimura spent his final moments.
  • Highlights around the grounds include Sanada Matsu and the Kanshizume no I Well.

Photos

  • A calm, dignified atmosphere fills the shrine grounds

    A calm, dignified atmosphere fills the shrine grounds

  • A statue honoring Sanada Yukimura, who died in battle here

    A statue honoring Sanada Yukimura, who died in battle here

  • Because Sugawara no Michizane is enshrined here, it is also known as Yasui Tenmangu Shrine

    Because Sugawara no Michizane is enshrined here, it is also known as Yasui Tenmangu Shrine

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

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Do you have goshuin?

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Yes, we do.

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Is there parking?

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There is no parking. Please use a paid parking lot nearby.

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Are there coin lockers?

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There are no coin lockers.

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Are there restrooms?

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There is a temporary restroom inside the fenced area partway up the west staircase. There is no lighting.

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Details

Name in Japanese
安井神社(安居天満宮)
Postal Code
543-0062
Address
1-3-24 Aisaka, Tennoji-ku, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture
Phone
06-6771-4932
Closed on
Open daily
Hours
Gates open 7:00am, gates close 5:00pm, amulet office open 10:00am–4:30pm
Admission
Free entry to the shrine grounds
Access
Approx. 6 minutes on foot from Shitennoji-mae Yuhigaoka Station on the Osaka Metro Tanimachi Line
Credit Cards
Not accepted