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Monpō-ji Temple (Aomori): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Sapporo

Last updated: 2026-09-17

Monpō-ji Temple is a Buddhist temple in Sotogahama, Aomori Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Sapporo, about 217 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.

TypeBuddhist temple
Name in Japanese聞法寺
LocationSotogahama, Aomori Prefecture
Nearest station (straight line)Ōkawadai Station – about 9.9 km
From Sapporo Stationabout 217 km (straight line)
From Sendai Stationabout 328 km (straight line)
From Tokyo Stationabout 618 km (straight line)
Coordinates41.19894, 140.61542
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