Shōfuku-ji (Iwate): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Sendai
Shōfuku-ji is a Buddhist temple in Hachimantai, Iwate Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Sendai, about 193 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.

| Type | Buddhist temple |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 聖福寺 |
| Location | Hachimantai, Iwate Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Tairadate Station – about 4.0 km |
| From Sendai Station | about 193 km (straight line) |
| From Sapporo Station | about 344 km (straight line) |
| From Tokyo Station | about 493 km (straight line) |
| Coordinates | 39.98300, 141.10667 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Tairadate Station, about 4.0 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 (聖福寺) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Tairadate Castle – Castle, about 4 km away
- Ichinohei Castle – Castle, about 5 km away
- Mount Nanashigure – Mountain, about 10 km away
- Fudō Falls – Waterfall, about 10 km away
- Appi Kogen Ski Resort – Ski resort, about 12 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.