Saikō-ji Temple (Nagano): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Tokyo
Saikō-ji Temple is a Buddhist temple in Minami-Nagano, Nagano Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Tokyo, about 178 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Buddhist temple |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 西光寺 |
| Location | Minami-Nagano, Nagano Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Shiyakushomae Station – about 0.4 km |
| From Tokyo Station | about 178 km (straight line) |
| From Nagoya Station | about 202 km (straight line) |
| From Kyoto Station | about 286 km (straight line) |
| Established | 1199 |
| Coordinates | 36.64697, 138.18753 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Official website | https://karukayasan.com/ |
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無料で見てみる →Planning your visit
- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Shiyakushomae Station, about 0.4 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 (西光寺) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Jūnen-ji Temple – Buddhist temple, less than 1 km away
- Yanagihara Shrine – Shinto shrine, less than 1 km away
- Kitano Cultural Center – Museum, less than 1 km away
- Hongan-ji Nagano Betsu-in Temple – Buddhist temple, less than 1 km away
- Akiba Shrine – Shinto shrine, less than 1 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.