Mount Kura (Akita): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Sendai
Mount Kura is a mountain in Kitaakita, Akita Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Sendai, about 222 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Mountain |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 鞍山 |
| Location | Kitaakita, Akita Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Nukazawa Station – about 4.5 km |
| From Sendai Station | about 222 km (straight line) |
| From Sapporo Station | about 324 km (straight line) |
| From Tokyo Station | about 509 km (straight line) |
| Elevation | 254 m |
| Coordinates | 40.23083, 140.44306 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Nukazawa Station, about 4.5 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 (鞍山) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Takanosu Chuo Park – Park, about 6 km away
- Yunotai Onsen – Hot spring, about 7 km away
- Tsuzureko Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 7 km away
- Isedōtai Site – Historic site, about 9 km away
- Akita Prefectural Hokuou-no-mori Park – Park, about 10 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.