Japan Midokoro / Tochigi Prefecture / Ashikaga / Ashikaga Gakkō
Ashikaga, Tochigi Prefecture · Historic Site
Ashikaga Gakkō
- Nearest stationAshikaga Station 0.8 km
- DesignationHistoric Site
Ashikaga Gakkō (足利学校; "Ashikaga School") is Japan's oldest standing academic building. It is located in the city of Ashikaga, Tochigi Prefecture, about 70 kilometres north of Tokyo.
From the Wikipedia article “Ashikaga Gakkō” (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Location
Red: Ashikaga Gakkō. Black: nearby places.
Basic facts
| Location | Ashikaga, Tochigi Prefecture |
|---|---|
| Nearest station | Ashikaga Station, 0.8 km (straight line) |
| Type | Historic Site |
| More | Official site Wikipedia 48 more photos (Commons) |
We do not list hours, fees or closing days. Check the official site before you go.
FAQ
- What is the nearest station to Ashikaga Gakkō?
- Ashikaga Station. It is 0.8 km away in a straight line; the walking route is longer.
- Is Ashikaga Gakkō a designated cultural property?
- Yes: Historic Site.
Nearby

Photos (Wikimedia Commons) main hall of Banna-ji: taketarou (CC BY 2.5), Banna-ji Temple: taketarou (CC BY 2.5), Ashikaga Museum of Art: Miyuki Meinaka (CC0), Sōun Museum of Art: taketarou (CC BY-SA 3.0), Fujimoto Kannonyama Kofun: Yubazen (CC BY-SA 4.0), Kurita Museum: (WT-ja) Taketarou (CC BY-SA 1.0)
