Gozanoishi Shrine (Akita): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Sendai
Gozanoishi Shrine is a Shinto shrine in Semboku, Akita Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Sendai, about 167 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.

| Type | Shinto shrine |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 御座石神社 |
| Location | Semboku, Akita Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Ugo-Nakazato Station – about 4.6 km |
| From Sendai Station | about 167 km (straight line) |
| From Sapporo Station | about 373 km (straight line) |
| From Tokyo Station | about 459 km (straight line) |
| Coordinates | 39.75158, 140.65053 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Ugo-Nakazato Station, about 4.6 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 (御座石神社) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Lake Tazawa – Lake, about 3 km away
- Kansa-gū – Shinto shrine, about 4 km away
- Mizusawa Onsenkyō – Hot spring, about 9 km away
- Tazawako Ski Area – Ski resort, about 10 km away
- Tazawako-Kōgen Onsenkyō – Hot spring, about 10 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.