JAPAN

Japan is situated in northeastern Asia between the North Pacific and the Sea of Japan. The area of Japan is 377,873 square kilometers, nearly equivalent to Germany and Switzerland combined or slightly smaller than California. Japan consists of four major islands, surrounded by more than 4,000 smaller islands.

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Before using the Planner, read the following items to help make your sightseeing trip safe and enjoyable.

Usage Guide

Use the "JNTO TRAVEL PLANNER" for train and map information helpful in traveling around Japan.

By simply entering the departing and arrival station, get an overview of train transfer method, fares, and travel time.
By simply selecting the arrival airport and major train stations around Japan, find routes to stations nearest your destination.
Display a map of the arrival train station and areas surrounding sightseeing spots.

Read the "Usage Guide" and use this service for a safe and enjoyable trip in Japan.

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Shrines and Temples

Tokyo

Yushima Tenman-gu Shrine

Yushima Tenman-gu is located in Yushima, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo. The shrine is thought to have been founded in 458, and later, in 1355, enshrined the spirit of Sugawara Michizane, who had been banished from Kyoto to Kyushu and died in disgrace. The shrine received powerful protection from the 17th century onward in particular, when Japan was governed by the shogunate based in Edo (present Tokyo). An eminent scholar and calligrapher, Sugawara Michizane was worshipped as a god of learning, bring a constant stream of visitors with scholarly or literary hopes to the shrine. Even now, many students visit the shrine seeking blessings for their success in entrance examinations.

Address
3-30-1 Yushima, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo

Admission Fee
Houmotsu-den (Treasury Hall): 500 yen (regular fee)

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Directions
JR Tokyo Stn./8-min. walk/Toei Subway Otemachi Stn./Eidan Subway Chiyoda Line/4-min. ride/Yushima Stn./10-min. walk