Shigaraki Kotōkan: Location & Nearest Station (30 km from Kyoto Station)
Shigaraki Kotōkan is a museum in Kōka-shi, Shiga Prefecture, about 30 km in a straight line from Kyoto Station. It is close enough to fit into a half day from central Kyoto.
| Type | Museum |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 信楽古陶館 |
| Location | Kōka-shi, Shiga Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Gyokukeijimae Station – about 0.7 km |
| From Kyoto Station | about 30 km (straight line) |
| From Osaka Station | about 56 km (straight line) |
| From Nagoya Station | about 81 km (straight line) |
| Established | 1991 |
| Coordinates | 34.88608, 136.06125 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Gyokukeijimae Station, about 0.7 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 (信楽古陶館) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Shigaraki Ceramic Cultural Park – Museum, less than 1 km away
- Gyokukei-ji Temple – Buddhist temple, less than 1 km away
- Shingū Shrine – Shinto shrine, less than 1 km away
- Hikumo Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 3 km away
- Kōka-dera Temple – Buddhist temple, about 4 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.