Awashima Shrine (Ōita): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Fukuoka
Awashima Shrine is a Shinto shrine in Saiki, Ōita Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Fukuoka, about 164 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Shinto shrine |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 粟嶋神社 |
| Location | Saiki, Ōita Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Saiki Station – about 10.4 km |
| From Hakata Station | about 164 km (straight line) |
| From Hiroshima Station | about 170 km (straight line) |
| From Osaka Station | about 379 km (straight line) |
| Established | 1366 |
| Coordinates | 32.92111, 131.99494 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Saiki Station, about 10.4 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 before you travel.
- Showing staff the Japanese name (粟嶋神社) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Yoko-shima – Island, about 5 km away
- Tsurumisaki Lighthouse – Lighthouse, about 8 km away
- Ōshima – Island, about 9 km away
- Hayasuihime Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 10 km away
- Ōnyū Island – Island, about 11 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.