Akan Volcanic Complex (Hokkaido): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Sapporo
Akan Volcanic Complex is a mountain in Kushiro, Hokkaido. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Sapporo, about 218 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Mountain |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 阿寒岳 |
| Location | Kushiro, Hokkaido |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Mashū Station – about 38.4 km |
| From Sapporo Station | about 218 km (straight line) |
| From Sendai Station | about 628 km (straight line) |
| From Tokyo Station | about 930 km (straight line) |
| Elevation | 1,499 m |
| Interest among English readers | about 200 page views a month on English Wikipedia (12-month average) |
| Coordinates | 43.38639, 144.00889 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Background reading | Wikipedia (English) |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Mashū Station, about 38.4 km away. The most convenient station can be a different one, so check a route planner before you go.
- Distances on this page are straight-line figures calculated from map coordinates. Real travel time depends on the route and transfers.
- Opening days, hours and prices change. Please confirm them on the official website before you travel.
- Showing staff the Japanese name (阿寒岳) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Mount Meakan – Mountain, less than 1 km away
- Akan Fuji – Mountain, about 1 km away
- Meakan onsen – Hot spring, about 2 km away
- Onnetō Hot Falls – Waterfall, about 3 km away
- Lake Onnetō – Lake, about 3 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.