Hokke-ji Temple (Hokkaido): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Sapporo
Hokke-ji Temple is a Buddhist temple in Matsumae, Hokkaido. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Sapporo, about 209 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Buddhist temple |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 法華寺 |
| Location | Matsumae, Hokkaido |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Kikonai Station – about 38.4 km |
| From Sapporo Station | about 209 km (straight line) |
| From Sendai Station | about 358 km (straight line) |
| From Tokyo Station | about 640 km (straight line) |
| Established | 1296 |
| Coordinates | 41.42920, 140.11328 |
| 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 Kikonai Station, about 38.4 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 (法華寺) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Matsumae Castle – Castle, less than 1 km away
- Ryūun-in Temple – Buddhist temple, less than 1 km away
- Tokuyama Daijingū – Shinto shrine, less than 1 km away
- Kōzen-ji Temple – Buddhist temple, less than 1 km away
- Matsumae Town Historical Museum – Museum, less than 1 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.