Myōsen-ji Temple (Nagano): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Tokyo
Myōsen-ji Temple is a Buddhist temple in Shinano, Nagano Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Tokyo, about 188 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Buddhist temple |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 明専寺 |
| Location | Shinano, Nagano Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Kurohime Station – about 0.6 km |
| From Tokyo Station | about 188 km (straight line) |
| From Nagoya Station | about 217 km (straight line) |
| From Sendai Station | about 286 km (straight line) |
| Established | 1232 |
| Coordinates | 36.80747, 138.20326 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
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無料で見てみる →Planning your visit
- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Kurohime Station, about 0.6 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 (明専寺) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Lake Nojiri – Lake, about 3 km away
- Lake Nojiri Naumanni Museum – Museum, about 3 km away
- Kurohime Fairy Tales Museum – Museum, about 4 km away
- Kurohime Kōgen Snow Park – Ski resort, about 5 km away
- Suginosawa Onsen – Hot spring, about 6 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.