Lake Mashū (Hokkaido): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Sapporo
Lake Mashū is a lake in Teshikaga, Hokkaido. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Sapporo, about 262 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Lake |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 摩周湖 |
| Location | Teshikaga, Hokkaido |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Kawayu-Onsen Station – about 6.0 km |
| From Sapporo Station | about 262 km (straight line) |
| From Sendai Station | about 666 km (straight line) |
| From Tokyo Station | about 968 km (straight line) |
| Designations | Hokkaido Heritage |
| Elevation | 351 m |
| Interest among English readers | about 600 page views a month on English Wikipedia (12-month average) |
| Coordinates | 43.58333, 144.51667 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Background reading | Wikipedia (English) |
We are working to carry Japanese craft and everyday culture beyond Japan, by building Japan Towns with local partners. Read the plan, or tell us if it resonates.
Read the Japan Town plan →Planning your visit
- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Kawayu-Onsen Station, about 6.0 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 (摩周湖) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Mount Ishi – Mountain, about 3 km away
- Mount Mashu – Mountain, about 4 km away
- Mount Nuushibetsu – Mountain, about 6 km away
- Mount Nishibetsu – Mountain, about 6 km away
- Atosa Nupuri – Mountain, about 7 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.