Tengu Iwa (Niigata): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Tokyo
Tengu Iwa is a mountain in Minamiuonuma, Niigata Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Tokyo, about 162 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.

| Type | Mountain |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 天狗岩 |
| Location | Minamiuonuma, Niigata Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Iwappara-Skiing Ground Station – about 11.1 km |
| From Tokyo Station | about 162 km (straight line) |
| From Sendai Station | about 222 km (straight line) |
| From Nagoya Station | about 273 km (straight line) |
| Elevation | 1,578 m |
| Coordinates | 36.97489, 138.94733 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Iwappara-Skiing Ground 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 (天狗岩) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Mount Warimeki – Mountain, about 1 km away
- Mount Makihata – Mountain, about 2 km away
- Mount Ushi – Mountain, about 2 km away
- Mount Komegashira – Mountain, about 3 km away
- Mount Karasawa – Mountain, about 5 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.