Shuko-in: Location & Nearest Station (21 km from Tokyo Station)
Shuko-in is a Buddhist temple in Minami-ku, Saitama Prefecture, about 21 km in a straight line from Tokyo Station. It is close enough to fit into a half day from central Tokyo.
| Type | Buddhist temple |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 守光院 |
| Location | Minami-ku, Saitama Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Minami-Urawa Station – about 1.2 km |
| From Tokyo Station | about 21 km (straight line) |
| From Nagoya Station | about 264 km (straight line) |
| From Sendai Station | about 288 km (straight line) |
| Established | 1180 |
| Coordinates | 35.85569, 139.67744 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Official website | http://syukouin.com/ |
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無料で見てみる →Planning your visit
- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Minami-Urawa Station, about 1.2 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 (守光院) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Urawa Memorial Park – Park, less than 1 km away
- Ryogaya Castle – Castle, less than 1 km away
- Inari Shrine (Kawaguchi) – Shinto shrine, about 1 km away
- Hikawa Shrine (Minami-ku) – Shinto shrine, about 1 km away
- Oyaba Hikawa Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 1 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.