Yokoyama Hachimangū (Iwate): Location, Nearest Station & Distance from Sendai
Yokoyama Hachimangū is a Shinto shrine in Miyako, Iwate Prefecture. The nearest of Japan's major hub cities is Sendai, about 179 km away in a straight line, so it suits an overnight trip better than a day trip.
| Type | Shinto shrine |
|---|---|
| Name in Japanese | 横山八幡宮 |
| Location | Miyako, Iwate Prefecture |
| Nearest station (straight line) | Miyako Station – about 0.4 km |
| From Sendai Station | about 179 km (straight line) |
| From Sapporo Station | about 385 km (straight line) |
| From Tokyo Station | about 480 km (straight line) |
| Established | 680 |
| Coordinates | 39.63819, 141.94369 |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
| Official website | http://y-hachimangu.com/ |
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- The closest railway station by straight-line distance is Miyako Station, about 0.4 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 linked above before you travel.
- Showing staff the Japanese name (横山八幡宮) helps when you ask for directions.
Nearby places
- Sentoku Castle – Castle, about 2 km away
- Kuromori Shrine – Shinto shrine, about 3 km away
- Jōdogahama – Beach, about 3 km away
- Takusari Castle – Castle, about 5 km away
- Hideshima islet – Island, about 5 km away
Source: location data from Wikidata (CC0). Distances are calculated by this website.