Mount Higashi (Japan): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Sapporo
Mount Higashi is a mountain in Nemuro Subprefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Sapporo, about 330 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Mountain |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 東岳 |
| Location | Nemuro Subprefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Shiretoko-Shari Station – about 47.9 km |
| From Sapporo Station | about 330 km (straight line) |
| From Sendai Station | about 745 km (straight line) |
| From Tokyo Station | about 1046 km (straight line) |
| Elevation | 1,520 m |
| Coordinates | 44.12867, 145.17869 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Background reading | Wikipedia (English) |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Shiretoko-Shari Station, about 47.9 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 (東岳) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Mount Chienbetsu – Mountain, less than 1 km away
- Mount Io – Mountain, about 1 km away
- Mount Minami – Mountain, about 2 km away
- Mount Rusha – Mountain, about 3 km away
- Mount Okkabake – Mountain, about 4 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.