Chōen-ji Temple (Aomori): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Sapporo
Chōen-ji Temple is a Buddhist temple in Goshogawara, Aomori Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Sapporo, about 259 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.

| Type | Buddhist temple |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 長円寺 |
| Location | Goshogawara, Aomori Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Tsugaru-Iizume Station – about 0.7 km |
| From Sapporo Station | about 259 km (straight line) |
| From Sendai Station | about 288 km (straight line) |
| From Tokyo Station | about 576 km (straight line) |
| Established | 1667 |
| Coordinates | 40.83242, 140.48797 |
| 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 Tsugaru-Iizume 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 (長円寺) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Sakainosawa Tameike – Lake, about 4 km away
- Tachineputa Museum – Museum, about 4 km away
- Hachimangū – Shinto shrine, about 5 km away
- Mount Bonju – Mountain, about 8 km away
- Osamu Dazai Memorial Museum – Museum, about 8 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.