Utsukushigahara (Nagano): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Tokyo
Utsukushigahara is a mountain in Nagano Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Tokyo, about 161 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Mountain |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 美ヶ原 |
| Location | Nagano Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Minami-Matsumoto Station – about 12.6 km |
| From Tokyo Station | about 161 km (straight line) |
| From Nagoya Station | about 161 km (straight line) |
| From Kyoto Station | about 253 km (straight line) |
| Elevation | 2,034 m |
| Coordinates | 36.22580, 138.10744 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Minami-Matsumoto Station, about 12.6 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 (美ヶ原) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Utsukushi-ga-hara Open-Air Museum – Museum, about 3 km away
- Yamabe Castle – Castle, about 5 km away
- Mount Kamuriki – Mountain, about 7 km away
- Mount Hachibuse – Mountain, about 8 km away
- Kakeyu Onsen – Hot spring, about 9 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.