Ōdate Hachiman Shrine (Akita): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Sendai
Ōdate Hachiman Shrine is a Shinto shrine in Ōdate, Akita Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Sendai, about 226 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Shinto shrine |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 大館八幡神社 |
| Location | Ōdate, Akita Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Higashi-Ōdate Station – about 1.7 km |
| From Sendai Station | about 226 km (straight line) |
| From Sapporo Station | about 317 km (straight line) |
| From Tokyo Station | about 516 km (straight line) |
| Established | 1610 |
| Coordinates | 40.27408, 140.57186 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Higashi-Ōdate Station, about 1.7 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 (大館八幡神社) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Henjō-in Temple – Buddhist temple, less than 1 km away
- Ōdate Castle – Castle, less than 1 km away
- Akita Dog Visitor Center – Museum, about 2 km away
- Ōdate City Museum – Museum, about 3 km away
- Mount Hōō – Mountain, about 4 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.