Honai Shrine (Niigata): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Sendai
Honai Shrine is a Shinto shrine in Sanjō-shi, Niigata Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Sendai, about 176 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.

| Type | Shinto shrine |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 穂奈伊神社 |
| Location | Sanjō-shi, Niigata Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Honai Station – about 1.4 km |
| From Sendai Station | about 176 km (straight line) |
| From Tokyo Station | about 228 km (straight line) |
| From Nagoya Station | about 335 km (straight line) |
| Coordinates | 37.64167, 139.03056 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Honai Station, about 1.4 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 (穂奈伊神社) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Aomi Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 3 km away
- Kamoyama Park – Park, about 3 km away
- Hōtoku-in Temple – Buddhist temple, about 6 km away
- Sanjōbetsu-in Temple – Buddhist temple, about 6 km away
- Sanjo City Museum of Historical, Folkloric and Industrial Materials – Museum, about 7 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.