Shiroishi
in Shiroishi Shi of Miyagi, Japan

How to get there and get around
Location Summary
Decimal Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude):
38.003 and 140.618 (Lat./Lng.)
Coordinates by Time:
N 38° 0' 11" and E 140° 37' 5"
Currency and Currency Code:
Yen - JPY
Spoken languages:
Japanese
Local electricity:
230 V - 50 Hz (plugs: G)
Mobile phone / cellular frequencies (MHz):
900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 3G, 4G
Local Time: 07:32 PM (Thursday)
Timezone: Asia/Tokyo
UTC/GMT offset: 9 hours
Sunrise and Sunset:
6:24 am and 4:22 pm
Antipode Coordinates:
-28.605 and -48.819 (Lat./Lng.)
Closest place to antipode coordinates:
Farol de Santa Marta
References
This place on Wikipedia
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Current travel safety evaluation for Japan in Eastern Asia

Safety Score: 2,8 of 5.0 based on data from 9 authorites. Meaning we advice caution when travelling to Japan.

Travel warnings are updated daily. Source: Travel Warning Japan. Last Update: 2024-08-13 08:21:03

Delve into Shiroishi

Shiroishi in Shiroishi Shi (Miyagi) with it's 39,481 habitants is located in Japan about 168 mi (or 270 km) north of Tokyo, the country's capital town.

Current time in Shiroishi is now 07:32 PM (Thursday). The local timezone is named Asia / Tokyo with an UTC offset of 9 hours. We know of 10 airports close to Shiroishi, of which two are larger airports. The closest airport in Japan is Sendai Airport in a distance of 19 mi (or 30 km), North-East. Besides the airports, there are other travel options available (check left side).

There are two Unesco world heritage sites nearby. The closest heritage site in Japan is Hiraizumi – Temples, Gardens and Archaeological Sites Representing the Buddhist Pure Land in a distance of 74 mi (or 119 km), North. If you need a hotel, we compiled a list of available hotels close to the map centre further down the page.

While being here, you might want to pay a visit to some of the following locations: Kakuda, Date, Iwanuma, Fukushima and Natori-shi. To further explore this place, just scroll down and browse the available info.

Local weather forecast

Todays Local Weather Conditions & Forecast: 14°C / 57 °F

Morning Temperature 7°C / 45 °F
Evening Temperature 9°C / 49 °F
Night Temperature 8°C / 47 °F
Chance of rainfall 0%
Air Humidity 48%
Air Pressure 1015 hPa
Wind Speed Light breeze with 3 km/h (2 mph) from East
Cloud Conditions Clear sky, covering 0% of sky
General Conditions Sky is clear

Friday, 22nd of November 2024

14°C (58 °F)
6°C (42 °F)
Light rain, gentle breeze, scattered clouds.

Saturday, 23rd of November 2024

8°C (46 °F)
4°C (39 °F)
Light rain, moderate breeze, overcast clouds.

Sunday, 24th of November 2024

9°C (48 °F)
4°C (39 °F)
Light rain, light breeze, scattered clouds.

Hotels and Places to Stay

(RYOKAN) Shiki no Yado Michinokuan

Address
2,6 mi
3 4 5, FUKUOKA KURAMOTO, SHIROISHI SHI, MIYAGI, 989 0231, JAPAN.
9890231 Shiroishi Shi
Japan

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


(RYOKAN) Tokine no Yado Yunushi Ichijoh

Address
2,8 mi
1 48,KAMASAKI, FUKUOKAKURAMOTO, SHIROISHI SHI, MIYAGI 989 0231, JAPAN.
9890231 Shiroishi-Shi
Japan

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


(RYOKAN) Kamasaki Onsen Suzukiya Ryokan

Address
2,8 mi
1 38, FUKUOKA KURAMOTO, SHIROISHI SHI, MIYAGI, 989 0231, JAPAN.
9890231 Shiroishi Shi
Japan

Time Information

Checkout: 10:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


kamasaki Onsen Mogamiya Ryokan (Miyagi)

Address
2,8 mi
1 35, FUKUOKA KURAMOTO, SHIROISHI SHI, MIYAGI, 989 0231, JAPAN.
9890231 Shiroishi Shi
Japan

Time Information

Checkout: 10:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


(RYOKAN) Nigoriyunoyado Yumori Kimuraya

Address
2,9 mi
1 51, FUKUOKA KURAMOTO, SHIROISHI SHI, MIYAGI, 989 0231, JAPAN.
9890231 Shiroishi-Shi
Japan

Time Information

Checkout: 10:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


(RYOKAN) Obara Onsen Ryokan Katsuraya

Address
3,3 mi
23, Yumoto, Obara, Shiroishi city, Miyagi, 989 0233, Japan.
9890233 Shiroishi Shi
Japan

Time Information

Checkout: 10:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


(RYOKAN) Obara Onsen Hotel Izumiya

Address
3,4 mi
9, OBARA, SHIROISHI SHI, MIYAGI, 989 0233, JAPAN.
9890233 Shiroishi Shi
Japan

Time Information

Checkout: 10:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Pacific Hotel Shiraishi

Address
0,4 mi
45 7, DOBAMAE, SHIROISHI SHI, MIYAGI, 989 0207, JAPAN.
9890207 Shiroishi Shi
Japan

Time Information

Checkout: 10:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: 7:00 - 0:00
Weekend: closed


Videos from this area

These are videos related to the place based on their proximity to this place.

Onikojūrō Samurai Festival at Shiroishi Castle

Published: November 01, 2012
Length: 29:22 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: とうほく復興カレンダー

Celebrating a samurai legend: warriors and ninja descend on the Shiroishi Castle grounds! Onikojūrō was a hero of a pivotal battle four centuries ago in the wars that united Japan under...


Now we know what does the fox say - Fox Village (キツネ村), Shiroishi Zao

Published: March 02, 2015
Length: 43:08 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: iSeeCreatures

Mystery solved. :P.


東北新幹線 迫力の高速通過映像集 白石蔵王駅 Shinkansen passing

Published: March 13, 2012
Length: 25:30 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: caruze67

2012.2.28~3.12日撮影 東北新幹線 白石蔵王駅を通過する車両達を撮影しました。 Japanese Tohoku Shinkansen Shiroishi-Zao station High speed through.


Tinbe Okinawa kobudo ティンベー 沖縄古武道 無心舘 白石城での野外稽古

Published: October 27, 2014
Length: 27:52 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: MushinkanOkinawaGoju

Tinbe Okinawa kobudo ティンベー 演武 Shiroishi Castle 白石城 http://mushinkan.web.fc2.com/


Sesan Okinawa Goju-ryu Karate-do 十三手 セーサン 沖縄剛柔流空手道 無心舘 白石城での野外稽古

Published: October 27, 2014
Length: 26:46 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: MushinkanOkinawaGoju

Sesan Okinawa Goju-ryu Karate-do 十三手 セーサン 沖縄剛柔流空手道 無心舘 Shiroishi Castle 白石城 http://mushinkan.web.fc2.com/


Eku-de Okinawa kobudo エーク 櫂 沖縄古武道 無心舘 白石城での野外稽古

Published: October 26, 2014
Length: 09:49 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: MushinkanOkinawaGoju

Eku-de Okinawa kobudo エーク 櫂 の演武 Shiroishi Castle 白石城 http://mushinkan.web.fc2.com/


Sai Okinawa kobudo 釵 サイ 沖縄古武道 無心舘 白石城での野外稽古

Published: October 27, 2014
Length: 27:52 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: MushinkanOkinawaGoju

Sai Okinawa kobudo 釵 演武 Shiroishi Castle 白石城 http://mushinkan.web.fc2.com/


Tsuken no Kon Okinawa kobudo 津堅の棍 沖縄古武道 無心舘 白石城での野外稽古

Published: October 26, 2014
Length: 12:45 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: MushinkanOkinawaGoju

Tsuken no Kon Okinawa kobudo Bo 津堅の棍 演武 棒 Shiroishi Castle 白石城 http://mushinkan.web.fc2.com/


Seiunchin Seienchin Okinawa Goju-ryu Karate-do セイエンチン 沖縄剛柔流空手道 無心舘 白石城での野外稽古

Published: October 27, 2014
Length: 26:58 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: MushinkanOkinawaGoju

Seiunchin Seienchin Okinawa Goju-ryu Karate-do セイエンチン 沖縄剛柔流空手道 無心舘 Shiroishi Castle 白石城 http://mushinkan.web.fc2.com/


Shushi no Kon Okinawa kobudo 周氏の棍 沖縄古武道 無心舘 白石城での野外稽古

Published: October 27, 2014
Length: 27:52 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: MushinkanOkinawaGoju

Shushi no Kon Okinawa kobudo Bo 周氏の棍 演武 棒 Shiroishi Castle 白石城 http://mushinkan.web.fc2.com/


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Attractions and noteworthy things

Distances are based on the centre of the city/town and sightseeing location. This list contains brief abstracts about monuments, holiday activities, national parcs, museums, organisations and more from the area as well as interesting facts about the region itself. Where available, you'll find the corresponding homepage. Otherwise the related wikipedia article.

Shiroishi-Zaō Station

Shiroishi-Zaō Station is a railway station located in Shiroishi, Miyagi, Japan, operated by East Japan Railway Company (JR East).

Located at 37.9947, 140.633 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Tōhoku Shinkansen, Railway stations in Miyagi Prefecture

Shiroishi Station (Miyagi)

Shiroishi Station (白石駅) is a JR East railway station located in Shiroishi, Miyagi Prefecture, Japan.

Located at 38.0035, 140.626 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Railway stations in Miyagi Prefecture, Tōhoku Main Line

Higashi-Shiroishi Station

Higashi-Shiroishi Station (東白石駅) is a JR East railway station located in Shiroishi, Miyagi Prefecture, Japan.

Located at 38.0349, 140.651 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Railway stations in Miyagi Prefecture, Tōhoku Main Line

Shiroishi Castle

Shiroishi Castle is a Japanese castle in Shiroishi, Miyagi, within what was Mutsu Province. It was the castle of the Katakura clan, which was a family of retainers serving the Date clan of Sendai. It was also the headquarters of the Ōuetsu Reppan Dōmei in 1868.

Located at 38.0026, 140.617 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Castles in Miyagi Prefecture, Sendai, Katakura clan, Ōuetsu Reppan Dōmei


This place is known by different names. Here the ones we know:
Siroisi, Shiroishi, 白石