Samegao Castle (Niigata): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Tokyo
Samegao Castle is a castle in Myōkō, Niigata Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Tokyo, about 205 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Castle |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 鮫ヶ尾城 |
| Location | Myōkō, Niigata Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Kita-Arai Station – about 2.5 km |
| From Tokyo Station | about 205 km (straight line) |
| From Nagoya Station | about 242 km (straight line) |
| From Sendai Station | about 269 km (straight line) |
| Coordinates | 37.05111, 138.23000 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Background reading | Wikipedia (English) |
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無料で見てみる →Planning your visit
- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Kita-Arai Station, about 2.5 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 (鮫ヶ尾城) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Hida Shrine – Shinto shrine, less than 1 km away
- Shinshūōtanihāraibetsu-in Temple – Buddhist temple, about 3 km away
- Shinshūōtanihatakadabetsu-in Temple – Buddhist temple, about 6 km away
- Sakaki Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 7 km away
- Takada Castle – Castle, about 7 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.