Mt. Gokurakuji: Location & Nearest Station (15 km from Hiroshima Station)
Mt. Gokurakuji is a mountain in Hiroshima Prefecture, about 15 km in a straight line from Hiroshima Station. It is close enough to fit into a half day from central Hiroshima.
| Type | Mountain |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 極楽寺山 |
| Location | Hiroshima Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Hatsukaichi Station – about 3.6 km |
| From Hiroshima Station | about 15 km (straight line) |
| From Hakata Station | about 196 km (straight line) |
| From Osaka Station | about 293 km (straight line) |
| Elevation | 693 m |
| Coordinates | 34.38694, 132.31778 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Background reading | Wikipedia (English) |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Hatsukaichi Station, about 3.6 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 (極楽寺山) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Hiroshima Botanical Garden – Park, about 3 km away
- Hayatani Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 3 km away
- Tōun-ji Temple – Buddhist temple, about 3 km away
- Sakurao Castle – Castle, about 4 km away
- Kōchi Shrine (Saeki-ku) – Shinto shrine, about 4 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.