Kita-dera Temple (Kōchi): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Hiroshima
Kita-dera Temple is a Buddhist temple in Yasuda, Kōchi Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Hiroshima, 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 | 北寺 |
| Location | Yasuda, Kōchi Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Yasuda Station – about 5.4 km |
| From Hiroshima Station | about 174 km (straight line) |
| From Osaka Station | about 192 km (straight line) |
| From Kyoto Station | about 232 km (straight line) |
| Established | 702 |
| Coordinates | 33.48875, 134.00536 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Yasuda Station, about 5.4 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 (北寺) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Kounomine Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 4 km away
- Kounomine-ji Temple – Buddhist temple, about 4 km away
- Shintarō Nakaoka Museum – Museum, about 6 km away
- Kitagawa Village Monet's Garden Marmottan – Garden, about 6 km away
- Konrin-ji Temple – Buddhist temple, about 8 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.