Mount Yakushi (Akita): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Sendai
Mount Yakushi is a mountain in Akita Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Sendai, about 242 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Mountain |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 薬師山 |
| Location | Akita Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Higashi-Hachimori Station – about 1.5 km |
| From Sendai Station | about 242 km (straight line) |
| From Sapporo Station | about 322 km (straight line) |
| From Tokyo Station | about 518 km (straight line) |
| Elevation | 316 m |
| Coordinates | 40.33583, 140.05000 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Higashi-Hachimori Station, about 1.5 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 (薬師山) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Mount Moya – Mountain, about 1 km away
- Shirataki Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 1 km away
- Mototate Castle – Castle, about 2 km away
- Oshima – Island, about 5 km away
- Ogara Falls – Waterfall, about 9 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.