April Pilgrimage: Touch the Sacred Bull at Dazaifu Tenmangu

#aprilblooms As April paints Japan with delicate cherry blossoms, Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine reveals its timeless magic. This ancient sanctuary, dedicated to the deified scholar Sugawara Michizane, offers visitors a unique spiritual connection through its famous bronze bull statues that gleam under the gentle spring sunlight. April Highlights at Dazaifu • Rub the sacred bull statue for academic success and wisdom transfer • Witness the spectacular late-blooming cherry trees unique to the shrine grounds • Sample seasonal sakura-flavored treats from vendors along the approach Traveler’s Tips April brings comfortable temperatures (15-18°C) and occasional rain showers. Don’t miss touching the bull’s head—tradition says it transfers wisdom!