Monbetsu Lighthouse (Hokkaido): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Sapporo
Monbetsu Lighthouse is a lighthouse in Hokkaido. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Sapporo, about 215 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.

| Type | Lighthouse |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 紋別灯台 |
| Location | Hokkaido |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Engaru Station – about 35.7 km |
| From Sapporo Station | about 215 km (straight line) |
| From Sendai Station | about 708 km (straight line) |
| From Tokyo Station | about 1011 km (straight line) |
| Coordinates | 44.35611, 143.34861 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Engaru Station, about 35.7 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 (紋別灯台) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Mombetsu Municipal Museum – Museum, less than 1 km away
- Okhotsk Sky Tower – Tower, about 2 km away
- Mount Monbetsu – Mountain, about 3 km away
- Okhotsk Tokkari Center – Park, about 3 km away
- Okhotsk Sea Ice Park – Park, about 6 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.