Horikoshi Castle (Aomori): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Sendai
Horikoshi Castle is a castle in Hirosaki, Aomori Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Sendai, about 259 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Castle |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 堀越城 |
| Location | Hirosaki, Aomori Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Nisato Station – about 1.6 km |
| From Sendai Station | about 259 km (straight line) |
| From Sapporo Station | about 286 km (straight line) |
| From Tokyo Station | about 548 km (straight line) |
| Established | 1336 |
| Designations | Historic Site of Japan |
| Coordinates | 40.57278, 140.52139 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Official website | http://www.city.hirosaki.aomori.jp/gaiyou/chosya/gyousei/sisekihorikosijou.html |
| Background reading | Wikipedia (English) |
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無料で見てみる →Planning your visit
- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Nisato Station, about 1.6 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 (堀越城) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Hirosaki City Sports Park – Park, about 3 km away
- Ishikawa Castle – Castle, about 3 km away
- Daikozi Castle – Castle, about 4 km away
- Mutsu Takahata Castle – Castle, about 4 km away
- Munakata Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 4 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.