Joetsu Aquarium (Niigata): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Tokyo
Joetsu Aquarium is a park in Jōetsu-shi, Niigata Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Tokyo, about 215 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Park |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 上越市立水族博物館 |
| Location | Jōetsu-shi, Niigata Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Naoetsu Station – about 0.9 km |
| From Tokyo Station | about 215 km (straight line) |
| From Nagoya Station | about 254 km (straight line) |
| From Sendai Station | about 262 km (straight line) |
| Established | 2018 |
| Coordinates | 37.17350, 138.23297 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Official website | https://www.umigatari.jp/joetsu/ |
| Background reading | Wikipedia (English) |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Naoetsu Station, about 0.9 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 (上越市立水族博物館) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Hama Zenkō-ji Temple – Buddhist temple, less than 1 km away
- Fuchu Hachimangu – Shinto shrine, less than 1 km away
- Uesugi Castle – Castle, less than 1 km away
- Yasaka Shrine – Shinto shrine, less than 1 km away
- Gochi Kokubun-ji Temple – Buddhist temple, less than 1 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.