Lake Kutcharo (Hokkaido): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Sapporo
Lake Kutcharo is a lake in Hokkaido. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Sapporo, about 243 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Lake |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | クッチャロ湖 |
| Location | Hokkaido |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Shimo-Horobetsu Station – about 32.8 km |
| From Sapporo Station | about 243 km (straight line) |
| From Sendai Station | about 774 km (straight line) |
| From Tokyo Station | about 1073 km (straight line) |
| Designations | Ramsar site |
| Coordinates | 45.13333, 142.33333 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Background reading | Wikipedia (English) |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Shimo-Horobetsu Station, about 32.8 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 (クッチャロ湖) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Mount Shubun – Mountain, about 14 km away
- Mount Shanai – Mountain, about 15 km away
- Mount Sankaku – Mountain, about 18 km away
- Mount Ōhata – Mountain, about 18 km away
- Mount Isosannupuri – Mountain, about 20 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.