Wakkanai Lighthouse (Hokkaido): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Sapporo
Wakkanai Lighthouse is a lighthouse in Wakkanai, Hokkaido. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Sapporo, about 266 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Lighthouse |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 稚内灯台 |
| Location | Wakkanai, Hokkaido |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Wakkanai Station – about 4.4 km |
| From Sapporo Station | about 266 km (straight line) |
| From Sendai Station | about 802 km (straight line) |
| From Tokyo Station | about 1098 km (straight line) |
| Established | 1900 |
| Height | 43 m |
| Coordinates | 45.44952, 141.64516 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Background reading | Wikipedia (English) |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Wakkanai Station, about 4.4 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 (稚内灯台) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Wakkanai Noshappu Aquarium – Park, less than 1 km away
- Wakkanai Park – Park, about 4 km away
- Hokumon Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 4 km away
- Wakkanai Centennial Memorial Tower / Hoppō Memorial Museum – Museum, about 4 km away
- Wakkanai Karafuto Museum – Museum, about 5 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.