Saruga Shrine (Aomori): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Sendai
Saruga Shrine is a Shinto shrine in Hirakawa, Aomori Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Sendai, about 263 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.

| Type | Shinto shrine |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 猿賀神社 |
| Location | Hirakawa, Aomori Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Tsugaru-Onoe Station – about 1.2 km |
| From Sendai Station | about 263 km (straight line) |
| From Sapporo Station | about 280 km (straight line) |
| From Tokyo Station | about 553 km (straight line) |
| Established | 807 |
| Coordinates | 40.61694, 140.56306 |
| 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 Tsugaru-Onoe Station, about 1.2 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 (猿賀神社) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Seito shoin teien – Garden, less than 1 km away
- Seibi-en – Garden, less than 1 km away
- Daikozi Castle – Castle, about 3 km away
- Kuroishi Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 4 km away
- Shinya Castle – Castle, about 4 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.