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A lecture by a Kitano Tenmangu priest on the shrine's history and its Han-Mando Festival, followed by a formal visit to the National Treasure main sanctuary and guided group tours. First 100 applicants; applications run Nov 20 to Dec 18. Preschool children cannot apply.

Dates

Dec 19 (Sat)

Hours

13:30 – 15:30 (details on the official site)

Venue

Kitano Tenmangu Shrine (Bundo Kaikan and main sanctuary grounds)

Nearest station

Kitano-Hakubaicho

Admission

Free (advance application required)

About this event

A lecture by a Kitano Tenmangu priest on the shrine's history and its Han-Mando Festival, followed by a formal visit to the National Treasure main sanctuary and guided group tours. First 100 applicants; applications run Nov 20 to Dec 18. Preschool children cannot apply.

Highlights

• A lecture by a Kitano Tenmangu priest on the Han-Mando Festival
• A formal visit to the National Treasure main sanctuary
• Guided group tours of the cultural properties

Good for

Those who want the shrine explained by the people who serve there.

Good to know before you go

• First 100 applicants, applications Nov 20 to Dec 18 at the Kamigyo Ward Office or on Peatix
• Doors open 13:00
• Preschool children cannot apply

Also nearby

Within walking distance, with dates overlapping

Festival & seasonal eventMaple Garden at the Historic Odoi Earthworks: Autumn Illumination at Kitano Tenmangu Shrine0.0 km · Nov 13 (Fri) – Dec 6 (Sun)

Art exhibition60th Anniversary Special Exhibition II: The Muses Who Modeled for Insho Domoto0.9 km · Oct 15 (Thu) – Dec 20 (Sun)

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FAQ

What is Kamigyo Culture Scroll No. 13: Lecture and Cultural Property Tour at Kitano Tenmangu?

A lecture by a Kitano Tenmangu priest on the shrine's history and its Han-Mando Festival, followed by a formal visit to the National Treasure main sanctuary and guided group tours. First 100 applicants; applications run Nov 20 to Dec 18. Preschool children cannot apply.

When is Kamigyo Culture Scroll No. 13: Lecture and Cultural Property Tour at Kitano Tenmangu?

On Dec 19 (Sat), 2026.

What are the opening hours?

13:30 – 15:30 (details on the official site)

How much does it cost?

Free (advance application required)

Where is it and what is the nearest station?

Kitano Tenmangu Shrine (Bundo Kaikan and main sanctuary grounds). The nearest station is Kitano-Hakubaicho.

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