Kenmei-ji Temple (Nagano): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Tokyo
Kenmei-ji Temple is a Buddhist temple in Nozawaonsen, Nagano Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Tokyo, about 182 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.

| Type | Buddhist temple |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 健命寺 |
| Location | Nozawaonsen, Nagano Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Kamisakai Station – about 3.1 km |
| From Tokyo Station | about 182 km (straight line) |
| From Nagoya Station | about 241 km (straight line) |
| From Sendai Station | about 261 km (straight line) |
| Established | 1568 |
| Coordinates | 36.92397, 138.45003 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Official website | http://www.kenmeiji.or.jp/ |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Kamisakai Station, about 3.1 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 (健命寺) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Nozawa Onsen – Hot spring, less than 1 km away
- Iiyama Yutaki Onsen – Hot spring, about 3 km away
- Lake Hokuryu – Lake, about 3 km away
- Kosuge Shrine, Iiyama – Shinto shrine, about 3 km away
- Nozawa Onsen Snow Resort – Ski resort, about 3 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.