Kamaishi Stone Circle (Iwate): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Sendai
Kamaishi Stone Circle is a historic site in Hachimantai, Iwate Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Sendai, about 185 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Historic site |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 釜石環状列石 |
| Location | Hachimantai, Iwate Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Matsuo-Hachimantai Station – about 7.6 km |
| From Sendai Station | about 185 km (straight line) |
| From Sapporo Station | about 351 km (straight line) |
| From Tokyo Station | about 483 km (straight line) |
| Coordinates | 39.92192, 140.97883 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Matsuo-Hachimantai Station, about 7.6 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 (釜石環状列石) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Higashi-Hachimantai Onsen – Hot spring, about 1 km away
- Mount Maemori – Mountain, about 6 km away
- Mount Iwate – Mountain, about 8 km away
- Appi Kogen Ski Resort – Ski resort, about 8 km away
- Mount Ōbuka – Mountain, about 10 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.