Shiretoko Museum (Hokkaido): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Sapporo
Shiretoko Museum is a museum in Shari, Hokkaido. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Sapporo, about 284 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Museum |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 斜里町立知床博物館 |
| Location | Shari, Hokkaido |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Shiretoko-Shari Station – about 0.9 km |
| From Sapporo Station | about 284 km (straight line) |
| From Sendai Station | about 704 km (straight line) |
| From Tokyo Station | about 1006 km (straight line) |
| Coordinates | 43.91317, 144.67298 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Official website | https://shiretoko-museum.jpn.org/ |
| Background reading | Wikipedia (English) |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Shiretoko-Shari Station, about 0.9 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 linked above before you travel.
- Showing staff the Japanese name (斜里町立知床博物館) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Mount Unabetsu – Mountain, about 16 km away
- Mount Nukamappu – Mountain, about 17 km away
- Mount Shari – Mountain, about 17 km away
- Mount Rubesudake – Mountain, about 19 km away
- Mount Kiri – Mountain, about 21 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.