Niigatajima (Niigata): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Sendai
Niigatajima is a island 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 | Island |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 新潟島 |
| Location | Chūō-ku, Niigata Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Hakusan Station – about 0.7 km |
| From Sendai Station | about 166 km (straight line) |
| From Tokyo Station | about 257 km (straight line) |
| From Nagoya Station | about 361 km (straight line) |
| Established | 1972 |
| Coordinates | 37.91617, 139.03639 |
| 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 Hakusan Station, about 0.7 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 (新潟島) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Hakusan Shrine – Shinto shrine, less than 1 km away
- Hakusan Park – Park, less than 1 km away
- Niitsu House – Museum, less than 1 km away
- Komachi Atago Shrine – Shinto shrine, less than 1 km away
- Niigata Prefectural Government Memorial Hall – Museum, less than 1 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.