Tairadate Lighthouse (Aomori): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Sapporo
Tairadate Lighthouse is a lighthouse in Sotogahama, Aomori Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Sapporo, about 219 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.

| Type | Lighthouse |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 平館灯台 |
| Location | Sotogahama, Aomori Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Okutsugaru-Imabetsu Station – about 11.1 km |
| From Sapporo Station | about 219 km (straight line) |
| From Sendai Station | about 325 km (straight line) |
| From Tokyo Station | about 616 km (straight line) |
| Established | 1899 |
| Coordinates | 41.17453, 140.64269 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
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無料で見てみる →Planning your visit
- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Okutsugaru-Imabetsu Station, about 11.1 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 (平館灯台) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Monpō-ji Temple – Buddhist temple, about 4 km away
- Daruma Falls – Waterfall, about 7 km away
- Taijima – Island, about 16 km away
- Kakizaki Castle – Castle, about 21 km away
- Yomodage Castle – Castle, about 21 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.