Niigata Science Museum (Niigata): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Sendai
Niigata Science Museum is a museum in Chūō-ku, Niigata Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Sendai, about 166 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Museum |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 新潟県立自然科学館 |
| Location | Chūō-ku, Niigata Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Kamitokoro Station – about 1.8 km |
| From Sendai Station | about 166 km (straight line) |
| From Tokyo Station | about 254 km (straight line) |
| From Nagoya Station | about 359 km (straight line) |
| Established | 1981 |
| Coordinates | 37.89072, 139.04975 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Official website | https://www.sciencemuseum.jp/ |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Kamitokoro Station, about 1.8 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 linked above before you travel.
- Showing staff the Japanese name (新潟県立自然科学館) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Niigata Toyanogata Park – Park, less than 1 km away
- Lake Toyanogata – Lake, less than 1 km away
- Tenju-en – Garden, about 1 km away
- Niigata Prefectural Sports Park – Park, about 1 km away
- Chisoku Art Museum – Museum, about 3 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.