Ashiura Kannon-ji Temple: Location & Nearest Station (20 km from Kyoto Station)
Ashiura Kannon-ji Temple is a Buddhist temple in Kusatsu, Shiga Prefecture, about 20 km in a straight line from Kyoto Station. It is close enough to fit into a half day from central Kyoto.

| Type | Buddhist temple |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 芦浦観音寺 |
| Location | Kusatsu, Shiga Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Rittō Station – about 3.4 km |
| From Kyoto Station | about 20 km (straight line) |
| From Osaka Station | about 58 km (straight line) |
| From Nagoya Station | about 85 km (straight line) |
| Coordinates | 35.05961, 135.95503 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Official website | http://www.za.ztv.ne.jp/kanjo445 |
| 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 Rittō Station, about 3.4 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 (芦浦観音寺) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Ikishiro Shrine – Shinto shrine, less than 1 km away
- Ozu Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 2 km away
- Sandai Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 2 km away
- Mizunomori Water Botanical Garden – Park, about 2 km away
- Lake Biwa Museum – Museum, about 2 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.