Kokujō-ji Temple (Niigata): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Sendai
Kokujō-ji Temple is a Buddhist temple in Tsubame, Niigata Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Sendai, about 193 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Buddhist temple |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 国上寺 |
| Location | Tsubame, Niigata Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Yahiko Station – about 4.1 km |
| From Sendai Station | about 193 km (straight line) |
| From Tokyo Station | about 237 km (straight line) |
| From Nagoya Station | about 327 km (straight line) |
| Established | 709 |
| Coordinates | 37.66589, 138.81272 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Official website | https://kokujouji.com/ |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Yahiko Station, about 4.1 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 (国上寺) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Mount Kugami – Mountain, less than 1 km away
- Mount Yahiko – Mountain, about 4 km away
- Hōfuku-ji Temple (Nagaoka) – Buddhist temple, about 5 km away
- Bō Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 5 km away
- Yahiko Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 5 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.