Jōdogahama (Iwate): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Sendai
Jōdogahama is a beach in Miyako, Iwate Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Sendai, about 181 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.

| Type | Beach |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 浄土ヶ浜 |
| Location | Miyako, Iwate Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Sokei Station – about 2.8 km |
| From Sendai Station | about 181 km (straight line) |
| From Sapporo Station | about 384 km (straight line) |
| From Tokyo Station | about 482 km (straight line) |
| Designations | Place of Scenic Beauty |
| Interest among English readers | about 100 page views a month on English Wikipedia (12-month average) |
| Coordinates | 39.64889, 141.98167 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Background reading | Wikipedia (English) |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Sokei Station, about 2.8 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 (浄土ヶ浜) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Hideshima islet – Island, about 2 km away
- Yokoyama Hachimangū – Shinto shrine, about 3 km away
- Gassan – Mountain, about 4 km away
- Kuromori Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 4 km away
- Sentoku Castle – Castle, about 5 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.