Yamada Hachimangū (Iwate): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Sendai
Yamada Hachimangū is a Shinto shrine in Yamada, Iwate Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Sendai, about 163 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.

| Type | Shinto shrine |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 山田八幡宮 |
| Location | Yamada, Iwate Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Rikuchū-Yamada Station – about 0.6 km |
| From Sendai Station | about 163 km (straight line) |
| From Sapporo Station | about 403 km (straight line) |
| From Tokyo Station | about 463 km (straight line) |
| Coordinates | 39.46806, 141.94806 |
| 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 Rikuchū-Yamada Station, about 0.6 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 (山田八幡宮) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Orandajima – Island, about 2 km away
- Whale and Sea Science Museum – Museum, about 4 km away
- Nikkōsan – Mountain, about 6 km away
- Ishitouge Fortified Manor House – Castle, about 9 km away
- Haraikawa Castle – Castle, about 11 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.