Shōmyō Falls (Toyama): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Nagoya
Shōmyō Falls is a waterfall in Ashikuraji, Toyama Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Nagoya, about 167 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Waterfall |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 称名滝 |
| Location | Ashikuraji, Toyama Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Bijodaira Station – about 5.8 km |
| From Nagoya Station | about 167 km (straight line) |
| From Tokyo Station | about 225 km (straight line) |
| From Kyoto Station | about 238 km (straight line) |
| Designations | Natural Monument of Japan, Place of Scenic Beauty |
| Elevation | 1,260 m |
| Height | 126 m |
| Interest among English readers | about 200 page views a month on English Wikipedia (12-month average) |
| Coordinates | 36.57528, 137.52333 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Background reading | Wikipedia (English) |
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無料で見てみる →Planning your visit
- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Bijodaira Station, about 5.8 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 (称名滝) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Hannoki Falls – Waterfall, less than 1 km away
- Mount Dainichi – Mountain, about 4 km away
- Mount Kuwasaki – Mountain, about 6 km away
- Ōkuma Yama – Mountain, about 6 km away
- Mount Okudainichi – Mountain, about 6 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.