Matsudai Castle (Niigata): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Tokyo
Matsudai Castle is a castle in Tōkamachi-shi, Niigata Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Tokyo, about 191 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.

| Type | Castle |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 松代城 |
| Location | Tōkamachi-shi, Niigata Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Matsudai Station – about 0.8 km |
| From Tokyo Station | about 191 km (straight line) |
| From Sendai Station | about 236 km (straight line) |
| From Nagoya Station | about 267 km (straight line) |
| Coordinates | 37.12506, 138.61381 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
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無料で見てみる →Planning your visit
- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Matsudai Station, about 0.8 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 (松代城) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Matsudai Family Ski Resort – Ski resort, less than 1 km away
- Matsudai Nohbutai – Museum, less than 1 km away
- Echigo-Matsunoyama Museum of Natural Science “Kyororo” – Museum, about 3 km away
- Gamou mud volcano – Mountain, about 4 km away
- Matsuo Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 4 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.