Mount Myōjin: Location & Nearest Station (22 km from Osaka Station)
Mount Myōjin is a mountain in Nara Prefecture, about 22 km in a straight line from Osaka Station. It is close enough to fit into a half day from central Osaka.

| Type | Mountain |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 明神山 |
| Location | Nara Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Kawachi-Katakami Station – about 1.2 km |
| From Osaka Station | about 22 km (straight line) |
| From Kyoto Station | about 46 km (straight line) |
| From Nagoya Station | about 128 km (straight line) |
| Elevation | 273 m |
| Coordinates | 34.57389, 135.67583 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Kawachi-Katakami Station, about 1.2 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 (明神山) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Mount Mimuro – Mountain, about 2 km away
- Kōtoku-ji Temple – Buddhist temple, about 2 km away
- Kawachi Kokubun-ji Temple – Buddhist temple, about 2 km away
- Hobata Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 2 km away
- Ninji Haiji – Buddhist temple, about 2 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.