Akita Gokoku Shrine (Akita): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Sendai
Akita Gokoku Shrine is a Shinto shrine 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 | Shinto shrine |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 秋田県護国神社 |
| Location | Akita, Akita Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Tsuchizaki Station – about 2.0 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 | 1869 |
| Coordinates | 39.74114, 140.07919 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
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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 2.0 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 (秋田県護国神社) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Akita Castle – Castle, less than 1 km away
- Takashimizu Park – Park, 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.