Benten-jima (Hokkaido): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Sapporo
Benten-jima is a island in Wakkanai, Hokkaido. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Sapporo, about 277 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Island |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 弁天島 |
| Location | Wakkanai, Hokkaido |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Wakkanai Station – about 22.5 km |
| From Sapporo Station | about 277 km (straight line) |
| From Sendai Station | about 812 km (straight line) |
| From Tokyo Station | about 1110 km (straight line) |
| Interest among English readers | about 500 page views a month on English Wikipedia (12-month average) |
| Coordinates | 45.52639, 141.91917 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Background reading | Wikipedia (English) |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Wakkanai Station, about 22.5 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 (弁天島) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Hirashima – Island, less than 1 km away
- Sōyamisaki Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 1 km away
- Sōyamisaki Lighthouse – Lighthouse, about 1 km away
- Mount Maru – Mountain, about 5 km away
- Mount Sōya – Mountain, about 7 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.