Mount Norikura (Niigata): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Nagoya
Mount Norikura is a mountain in Itoigawa, Niigata Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Nagoya, about 197 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Mountain |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 乗鞍岳 |
| Location | Itoigawa, Niigata Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Hakuba-Ōike Station – about 8.8 km |
| From Nagoya Station | about 197 km (straight line) |
| From Tokyo Station | about 215 km (straight line) |
| From Kyoto Station | about 272 km (straight line) |
| Elevation | 2,469 m |
| Coordinates | 36.78160, 137.80132 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Hakuba-Ōike Station, about 8.8 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 (乗鞍岳) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Hakuba Ōike – Lake, less than 1 km away
- Mount Korenge – Mountain, about 2 km away
- Chūbu-Sangaku National Park – Park, about 3 km away
- Renge Onsen – Hot spring, about 3 km away
- Mount Yukikura – Mountain, about 4 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.