Aki Castle (Kōchi): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Hiroshima
Aki Castle is a castle in Aki, Kōchi Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Hiroshima, about 165 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Castle |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 安芸城 |
| Location | Aki, Kōchi Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Aki Station – about 1.8 km |
| From Hiroshima Station | about 165 km (straight line) |
| From Osaka Station | about 196 km (straight line) |
| From Kyoto Station | about 235 km (straight line) |
| Designations | Municipal Historic Site |
| Coordinates | 33.51947, 133.91250 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Background reading | Wikipedia (English) |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Aki Station, about 1.8 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 (安芸城) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Myōsan-ji Temple – Buddhist temple, about 2 km away
- Kankei-in Temple – Buddhist temple, about 4 km away
- Kounomine Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 8 km away
- Kounomine-ji Temple – Buddhist temple, about 8 km away
- Kita-dera Temple – Buddhist temple, about 9 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.