Akita Dog Visitor Center (Akita): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Sendai
Akita Dog Visitor Center is a museum in Ōdate, Akita Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Sendai, about 227 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Museum |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 秋田犬の里 |
| Location | Ōdate, Akita Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Ōdate Station – about 0.1 km |
| From Sendai Station | about 227 km (straight line) |
| From Sapporo Station | about 316 km (straight line) |
| From Tokyo Station | about 517 km (straight line) |
| Established | 2019 |
| Coordinates | 40.28674, 140.55613 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Official website | https://akitainunosato.jp/ |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Ōdate Station, about 0.1 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 (秋田犬の里) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Ōdate Castle – Castle, about 2 km away
- Henjō-in Temple – Buddhist temple, about 2 km away
- Ōdate Hachiman Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 2 km away
- Ōdate City Museum – Museum, about 3 km away
- Ō Yama – Mountain, about 4 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.