Mount Oritsume (Iwate): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Sendai
Mount Oritsume is a mountain in Ninohe, Iwate Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Sendai, about 227 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.

| Type | Mountain |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 折爪岳 |
| Location | Ninohe, Iwate Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Tomai Station – about 7.3 km |
| From Sendai Station | about 227 km (straight line) |
| From Sapporo Station | about 311 km (straight line) |
| From Tokyo Station | about 529 km (straight line) |
| Elevation | 852 m |
| Coordinates | 40.26875, 141.37447 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Tomai Station, about 7.3 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 (折爪岳) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Kunohe Castle – Castle, about 6 km away
- Mount Takamori – Mountain, about 6 km away
- Kindaichi Castle – Castle, about 8 km away
- Kintaichi Onsen – Hot spring, about 8 km away
- Karumae Castle – Castle, about 10 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.