Gamou mud volcano (Niigata): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Tokyo
Gamou mud volcano is a mountain in Tōkamachi-shi, Niigata Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Tokyo, about 193 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.

| Type | Mountain |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 松代泥火山 |
| Location | Tōkamachi-shi, Niigata Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Gimyō Signal Base – about 1.6 km |
| From Tokyo Station | about 193 km (straight line) |
| From Sendai Station | about 239 km (straight line) |
| From Nagoya Station | about 266 km (straight line) |
| Coordinates | 37.13290, 138.57507 |
| 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 Gimyō Signal Base, about 1.6 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 (松代泥火山) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Matsudai Family Ski Resort – Ski resort, about 3 km away
- Matsudai Nohbutai – Museum, about 4 km away
- Matsudai Castle – Castle, about 4 km away
- Echigo-Matsunoyama Museum of Natural Science “Kyororo” – Museum, about 5 km away
- Matsuo Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 7 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.