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Seson-ji Temple (Niigata): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Sendai

Last updated: 2026-09-17

Seson-ji Temple is a Buddhist temple in Sado, Niigata Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Sendai, about 222 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.

TypeBuddhist temple
Name in Japanese世尊寺
LocationSado, Niigata Prefecture
Nearest station (straight line)Echigo-Akatsuka Station – about 50.4 km
From Sendai Stationabout 222 km (straight line)
From Tokyo Stationabout 284 km (straight line)
From Nagoya Stationabout 339 km (straight line)
Established1273
DesignationsRegistered Tangible Cultural Property of Japan
Coordinates37.97222, 138.36917
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