Akita Castle (Akita): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Sendai
Akita Castle is a castle in Akita, Akita Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Sendai, about 179 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Castle |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 秋田城 |
| Location | Akita, Akita Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Tsuchizaki Station – about 2.1 km |
| From Sendai Station | about 179 km (straight line) |
| From Sapporo Station | about 385 km (straight line) |
| From Tokyo Station | about 452 km (straight line) |
| Established | 733 |
| Designations | Historic Site of Japan |
| Coordinates | 39.74026, 140.08134 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Official website | https://www.city.akita.lg.jp/kanko/kanrenshisetsu/1003616/1002306.html |
| Background reading | Wikipedia (English) |
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無料で見てみる →Planning your visit
- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Tsuchizaki Station, about 2.1 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 linked above before you travel.
- Showing staff the Japanese name (秋田城) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Takashimizu Park – Park, less than 1 km away
- Akita Gokoku Shrine – Shinto shrine, less than 1 km away
- Karasunuma – Lake, less than 1 km away
- Koshiō Shrine – Shinto shrine, less than 1 km away
- Tsuchizaki Shinmeisha – Shinto shrine, about 2 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.