Shimizu Castle (Kagoshima): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Fukuoka
Shimizu Castle is a castle in Shimizu-chō, Kagoshima Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Fukuoka, about 220 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Castle |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 清水城 |
| Location | Shimizu-chō, Kagoshima Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Sengan-en Station – about 1.0 km |
| From Hakata Station | about 220 km (straight line) |
| From Hiroshima Station | about 357 km (straight line) |
| From Osaka Station | about 573 km (straight line) |
| Established | 1387 |
| Coordinates | 31.61528, 130.56611 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Sengan-en Station, about 1.0 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 (清水城) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Inari Shrine – Shinto shrine, less than 1 km away
- Minamikata Shrine – Shinto shrine, less than 1 km away
- Wakamiya Shrine – Shinto shrine, less than 1 km away
- Shōko Shūseikan – Museum, less than 1 km away
- Kasuga Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 1 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.