Season 13 • Episode 8
LatestA group of well-loved shrines, with branches all across Japan, are affectionately known by the nickname of Tenjin-sama. These shrines are dedicated to the remarkable ninth century politician and scholar Sugawara Michizane, who was posthumously deified under the name of Tenjin. We visit a number of these shrines where Tenjin is venerated and loved as a symbol of learning.
This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history.
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