Asahi Shrine (Soka): Location & Nearest Station (20 km from Tokyo Station)
Asahi Shrine (Soka) is a Shinto shrine in Sōka-shi, Saitama Prefecture, about 20 km in a straight line from Tokyo Station. It is close enough to fit into a half day from central Tokyo.
| Type | Shinto shrine |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 旭神社 |
| Location | Sōka-shi, Saitama Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Shinden Station – about 0.7 km |
| From Tokyo Station | about 20 km (straight line) |
| From Nagoya Station | about 274 km (straight line) |
| From Sendai Station | about 284 km (straight line) |
| Established | 1575 |
| Coordinates | 35.85875, 139.79153 |
| 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 Shinden Station, about 0.7 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 (旭神社) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Hisaizu Shrine – Shinto shrine, less than 1 km away
- Jizō-in Temple – Buddhist temple, less than 1 km away
- Kōmyō-in Temple – Buddhist temple, less than 1 km away
- Kannon-ji Temple – Buddhist temple, less than 1 km away
- Gosha Inari Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 2 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.