Nokogiriyama

Mountain

Prefecture

Chiba

Type

Mountain

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About This Destination

Nokogiriyama ('Sawtooth Mountain') was once a quarry supplying stone for Tokyo's construction, and its dramatic cliff faces now offer some of Chiba's most spectacular views over Tokyo Bay. The mountain features the Nihon-ji temple complex with Japan's largest stone Buddha carved into the rock face and the thrilling 'Hell Peek' observation point.

Location

Prefecture: Chiba

Address: Chiba, Japan

Nearest Station: Hamakanaya

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get to Nokogiriyama from Tokyo?

Take the JR Uchibo Line to Hamakanaya via Kimitsu, which takes about 1 hour 40 minutes from Tokyo, or cross by Tokyo-Wan Ferry from Kurihama. The ropeway base station is about an 8-minute walk from Hamakanaya Station.

What is Nokogiriyama known for?

The 330 m "Sawtooth Mountain" has quarry-cut cliff faces and the grounds of Nihon-ji temple, which include a 31 m stone Daibutsu carved in 1783, the largest pre-modern stone Buddha in Japan, and about 1,500 rakan statues. The cliff overhang known as Jigoku Nozoki, or Hell Peek, juts out over a sheer drop.

What are the admission fees and ropeway prices?

Temple admission is ¥700, and the ropeway costs ¥650 one way or ¥1,200 round trip. The ropeway runs about 9:00 to 17:00, with shorter hours in winter.

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