Hojo Castle (Niigata): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Tokyo
Hojo Castle is a castle in Kashiwazaki, Niigata Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Tokyo, about 210 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Castle |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 北条城 |
| Location | Kashiwazaki, Niigata Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Kitajō Station – about 0.3 km |
| From Tokyo Station | about 210 km (straight line) |
| From Sendai Station | about 222 km (straight line) |
| From Nagoya Station | about 288 km (straight line) |
| Coordinates | 37.34002, 138.63396 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Kitajō Station, about 0.3 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 (北条城) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Senshō-ji Temple – Buddhist temple, less than 1 km away
- Hamori Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 7 km away
- Mishima Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 8 km away
- Myōgyō-ji Temple – Buddhist temple, about 8 km away
- Kimura Tea Ceremony Museum – Museum, about 8 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.