Rōken Shrine (Akita): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Sendai
Rōken Shrine is a Shinto shrine in Ōdate, Akita Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Sendai, about 221 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.

| Type | Shinto shrine |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 老犬神社 |
| Location | Ōdate, Akita Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Sawajiri Station – about 1.1 km |
| From Sendai Station | about 221 km (straight line) |
| From Sapporo Station | about 319 km (straight line) |
| From Tokyo Station | about 513 km (straight line) |
| Coordinates | 40.23889, 140.68694 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Background reading | Wikipedia (English) |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Sawajiri Station, about 1.1 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 (老犬神社) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Santetsu Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 2 km away
- Taka Mori – Mountain, about 4 km away
- Otaki-onsen – Hot spring, about 5 km away
- Ryugamori – Mountain, about 6 km away
- Moya San – Mountain, about 6 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.