Sakado Castle (Niigata): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Tokyo
Sakado Castle is a castle in Minamiuonuma, Niigata Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Tokyo, about 172 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Castle |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 坂戸城 |
| Location | Minamiuonuma, Niigata Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Muikamachi Station – about 2.2 km |
| From Tokyo Station | about 172 km (straight line) |
| From Sendai Station | about 220 km (straight line) |
| From Nagoya Station | about 277 km (straight line) |
| Established | 1400 |
| Coordinates | 37.05907, 138.89839 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Background reading | Wikipedia (English) |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Muikamachi Station, about 2.2 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 (坂戸城) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Eisho-an Temple – Buddhist temple, about 1 km away
- Manzō-ji Temple – Buddhist temple, about 2 km away
- Muikamachi Onsen – Hot spring, about 2 km away
- Untō-an Temple – Buddhist temple, about 3 km away
- Chōon-ji Temple – Buddhist temple, about 4 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.