Shichinohe Castle (Aomori): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Sapporo
Shichinohe Castle is a castle in Shichinohe, Aomori Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Sapporo, about 264 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Castle |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 七戸城 |
| Location | Shichinohe, Aomori Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Shichinohe-Towada Station – about 2.5 km |
| From Sapporo Station | about 264 km (straight line) |
| From Sendai Station | about 272 km (straight line) |
| From Tokyo Station | about 571 km (straight line) |
| Designations | Historic Site of Japan |
| Coordinates | 40.69809, 141.14902 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Background reading | Wikipedia (English) |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Shichinohe-Towada 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 (七戸城) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Takayama Uichi Memorial Museum of Art – Museum, about 2 km away
- Towada Art Center – Museum, about 11 km away
- Towada City Takamoriyama General Sports Park – Park, about 11 km away
- Hōryō Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 13 km away
- Okuse Castle – Castle, about 14 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.