Jōkoku-ji Temple (Hokkaido): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Sapporo
Jōkoku-ji Temple is a Buddhist temple in Kaminokuni, Hokkaido. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Sapporo, about 174 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Buddhist temple |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 上国寺 |
| Location | Kaminokuni, Hokkaido |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Kikonai Station – about 30.0 km |
| From Sapporo Station | about 174 km (straight line) |
| From Sendai Station | about 399 km (straight line) |
| From Tokyo Station | about 681 km (straight line) |
| Established | 1560 |
| Coordinates | 41.80006, 140.11214 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Background reading | Wikipedia (English) |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Kikonai Station, about 30.0 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 (上国寺) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Katsuyama-date – Castle, about 1 km away
- Ubagami Daijin-gū shrine – Shinto shrine, about 7 km away
- Kamome Island – Island, about 8 km away
- Esashi Town Historical Museum – Museum, about 8 km away
- Esashi Oiwake Museum and Esashi Yama Museum – Museum, about 8 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.