Hōrin-ji Temple (Niigata): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Sendai
Hōrin-ji Temple is a Buddhist temple in Sado, Niigata Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Sendai, about 232 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Buddhist temple |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 法輪寺 |
| Location | Sado, Niigata Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Yahiko Station – about 63.4 km |
| From Sendai Station | about 232 km (straight line) |
| From Tokyo Station | about 294 km (straight line) |
| From Nagoya Station | about 341 km (straight line) |
| Coordinates | 38.03256, 138.24550 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Yahiko Station, about 63.4 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 (法輪寺) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Sado Hangamura Art Museum – Museum, less than 1 km away
- Aikawa Folk Museum – Museum, less than 1 km away
- Ōsado Onsen – Hot spring, about 2 km away
- Sawata Onsen – Hot spring, about 5 km away
- Myōkyō-ji Temple – Buddhist temple, about 7 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.