Hachiman Shrine: Location & Nearest Station (21 km from Sendai Station)
Hachiman Shrine is a Shinto shrine in Taiwa, Miyagi Prefecture, about 21 km in a straight line from Sendai Station. It is close enough to fit into a half day from central Sendai.
| Type | Shinto shrine |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 八幡神社 |
| Location | Taiwa, Miyagi Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Izumi-Chūō Station – about 13.9 km |
| From Sendai Station | about 21 km (straight line) |
| From Tokyo Station | about 323 km (straight line) |
| From Nagoya Station | about 510 km (straight line) |
| Established | 1618 |
| Coordinates | 38.44789, 140.88697 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Official website | https://miyagi-jinjacho.or.jp/jinja-search/detail.php?code=310020365 |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Izumi-Chūō Station, about 13.9 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 linked above before you travel.
- Showing staff the Japanese name (八幡神社) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Nisipirica Museum – Museum, less than 1 km away
- Kuhon-ji Temple – Buddhist temple, less than 1 km away
- Tennou Temple – Buddhist temple, less than 1 km away
- Ōhira Castle – Castle, about 2 km away
- Ōhira Hachiman Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 2 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.