Iwate Museum of Art (Iwate): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Sendai
Iwate Museum of Art is a museum in Morioka, Iwate Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Sendai, about 161 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.

| Type | Museum |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 岩手県立美術館 |
| Location | Morioka, Iwate Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Morioka Station – about 1.3 km |
| From Sendai Station | about 161 km (straight line) |
| From Sapporo Station | about 376 km (straight line) |
| From Tokyo Station | about 462 km (straight line) |
| Coordinates | 39.69350, 141.12489 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Official website | https://www.ima.or.jp/ |
| Background reading | Wikipedia (English) |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Morioka Station, about 1.3 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 linked above before you travel.
- Showing staff the Japanese name (岩手県立美術館) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Morioka City Study Museum of Archeological Site – Museum, less than 1 km away
- Morioka Children Science Museum – Museum, less than 1 km away
- Oomiya Shrine (morioka) – Shinto shrine, about 1 km away
- Shiwa Castle – Castle, about 2 km away
- Morioka Castle – Castle, about 2 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.