Wakimoto Castle (Akita): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Sendai
Wakimoto Castle is a castle in Akita Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Sendai, about 202 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Castle |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 脇本城 |
| Location | Akita Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Wakimoto Station – about 1.2 km |
| From Sendai Station | about 202 km (straight line) |
| From Sapporo Station | about 373 km (straight line) |
| From Tokyo Station | about 470 km (straight line) |
| Coordinates | 39.90250, 139.88917 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Background reading | Wikipedia (English) |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Wakimoto 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 before you travel.
- Showing staff the Japanese name (脇本城) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Mount Kampu – Mountain, about 3 km away
- Dairyū-ji Temple – Buddhist temple, about 4 km away
- Tōko Yasaka Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 6 km away
- Oga Peninsula – Island, about 9 km away
- Shinzan Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 11 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.