Shirakami misaki Lighthouse (Japan): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Sapporo
Shirakami misaki Lighthouse is a lighthouse in Japan. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Sapporo, about 209 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.

| Type | Lighthouse |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 白神岬灯台 |
| Location | Japan |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Minmaya Station – about 31.4 km |
| From Sapporo Station | about 209 km (straight line) |
| From Sendai Station | about 354 km (straight line) |
| From Tokyo Station | about 637 km (straight line) |
| Coordinates | 41.39806, 140.19722 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Minmaya Station, about 31.4 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 (白神岬灯台) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Hokke-ji Temple – Buddhist temple, about 8 km away
- Matsumae Castle – Castle, about 8 km away
- Matsumae Town Historical Museum – Museum, about 8 km away
- Matsumae Gokoku Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 8 km away
- Tokuyama Daijingū – Shinto shrine, about 8 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.