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Kingyoku Shrine (Niigata): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Sendai

Last updated: 2026-09-17

Kingyoku Shrine is a Shinto shrine in Minami-ku, Niigata Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Sendai, about 169 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.

Kingyoku Shrine
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TypeShinto shrine
Name in Japanese金玉神社
LocationMinami-ku, Niigata Prefecture
Nearest station (straight line)Kobari Station – about 5.7 km
From Sendai Stationabout 169 km (straight line)
From Tokyo Stationabout 249 km (straight line)
From Nagoya Stationabout 353 km (straight line)
Coordinates37.84406, 139.02197
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