Kuji Amber Museum (Iwate): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Sendai
Kuji Amber Museum is a museum in Kuji, Iwate Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Sendai, about 224 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Museum |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 久慈琥珀博物館 |
| Location | Kuji, Iwate Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Kuji Station – about 4.6 km |
| From Sendai Station | about 224 km (straight line) |
| From Sapporo Station | about 324 km (straight line) |
| From Tokyo Station | about 528 km (straight line) |
| Established | 1984 |
| Coordinates | 40.16992, 141.72378 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Official website | https://www.kuji.co.jp/museum |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Kuji Station, about 4.6 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 linked above before you travel.
- Showing staff the Japanese name (久慈琥珀博物館) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Mifune Jūdan Memorial Hall – Museum, about 4 km away
- Konpira Shrine (Kuji) – Shinto shrine, about 7 km away
- Unotori Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 21 km away
- Kuzukan Castle – Castle, about 22 km away
- Rikuchū Kurosaki Lighthouse – Lighthouse, about 26 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.