Lake Akkeshi (Hokkaido): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Sapporo
Lake Akkeshi is a lake in Akkeshi, Hokkaido. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Sapporo, about 288 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Lake |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 厚岸湖 |
| Location | Akkeshi, Hokkaido |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Akkeshi Station – about 4.7 km |
| From Sapporo Station | about 288 km (straight line) |
| From Sendai Station | about 630 km (straight line) |
| From Tokyo Station | about 929 km (straight line) |
| Designations | Ramsar site |
| Coordinates | 43.04222, 144.89583 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Background reading | Wikipedia (English) |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Akkeshi Station, about 4.7 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 (厚岸湖) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Akkeshi Maritime Museum – Museum, about 4 km away
- Shōgyō-ji Temple – Buddhist temple, about 4 km away
- Akkeshi Town Historical Museum – Museum, about 5 km away
- Kokutai-ji Temple – Buddhist temple, about 5 km away
- Kojima – Island, about 8 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.