Hachinohe Castle (Aomori): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Sendai
Hachinohe Castle is a castle in Hachinohe, Aomori Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Sendai, about 256 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.

| Type | Castle |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 八戸城 |
| Location | Hachinohe, Aomori Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Hon-Hachinohe Station – about 0.2 km |
| From Sendai Station | about 256 km (straight line) |
| From Sapporo Station | about 284 km (straight line) |
| From Tokyo Station | about 558 km (straight line) |
| Established | 1627 |
| Coordinates | 40.51475, 141.48786 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Background reading | Wikipedia (English) |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Hon-Hachinohe Station, about 0.2 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 (八戸城) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Miyagi Shrine – Shinto shrine, less than 1 km away
- Ogami Shrine – Shinto shrine, less than 1 km away
- Hachinohe Art Museum – Museum, less than 1 km away
- Ando Shoeki Museum – Museum, less than 1 km away
- Hacchi – Museum, less than 1 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.