Raizan Castle: Location & Nearest Station (21 km from Hakata Station)
Raizan Castle is a castle in Itoshima, Fukuoka Prefecture, about 21 km in a straight line from Hakata Station. It is close enough to fit into a half day from central Fukuoka.
| Type | Castle |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 雷山神籠石 |
| Location | Itoshima, Fukuoka Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Ikisan Station – about 6.0 km |
| From Hakata Station | about 21 km (straight line) |
| From Hiroshima Station | about 231 km (straight line) |
| From Osaka Station | about 504 km (straight line) |
| Designations | Historic Site of Japan |
| Coordinates | 33.50004, 130.21847 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Background reading | Wikipedia (English) |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Ikisan Station, about 6.0 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 (雷山神籠石) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Ikazuchi Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 1 km away
- Sennyo-ji Temple – Buddhist temple, about 1 km away
- Mount Rai – Mountain, about 2 km away
- Sazareishi Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 5 km away
- Itokoku History Museum – Museum, about 5 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.