Iiyama Castle (Nagano): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Tokyo
Iiyama Castle is a castle in Iiyama, Nagano Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Tokyo, about 181 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.

| Type | Castle |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 飯山城 |
| Location | Iiyama, Nagano Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Kita-Iiyama Station – about 0.3 km |
| From Tokyo Station | about 181 km (straight line) |
| From Nagoya Station | about 230 km (straight line) |
| From Sendai Station | about 271 km (straight line) |
| Coordinates | 36.85640, 138.36625 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Background reading | Wikipedia (English) |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Kita-Iiyama 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 (飯山城) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Shinshū-ji Temple – Buddhist temple, less than 1 km away
- Syouju-an Temple – Buddhist temple, about 1 km away
- Kijimadaira Ski Resort – Ski resort, about 5 km away
- Hidakami Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 6 km away
- Tarudaki Falls – Waterfall, about 6 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.