Minami-kata Shrine (Kagoshima): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Fukuoka
Minami-kata Shrine is a Shinto shrine in Takae-cho, Kagoshima Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Fukuoka, about 197 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.

| Type | Shinto shrine |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 南方神社 |
| Location | Takae-cho, Kagoshima Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Kami-Sendai Station – about 3.0 km |
| From Hakata Station | about 197 km (straight line) |
| From Hiroshima Station | about 353 km (straight line) |
| From Osaka Station | about 582 km (straight line) |
| Coordinates | 31.82592, 130.26186 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Kami-Sendai Station, about 3.0 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 (南方神社) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Nitta Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 3 km away
- Taihei-ji Temple – Buddhist temple, about 4 km away
- Satsuma Kokubun-ji Remains – Buddhist temple, about 4 km away
- Sendai Magokoro Museum of Literature – Museum, about 5 km away
- Fukushō-ji Temple – Buddhist temple, about 5 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.