One day Hike, Thrilling Mt. Nokogiri & Giant Buddha
One day trip out of Tokyo is to visit quiet and peaceful temple on the mountain. There are breathtaking viewpoints of coastal areas, giant carved Buddha and Kannon, numerous small Buddha statues, temples, a tea house and amazing nature all around. Mt. Nokogiri is one of the deepest spot, around 2 hours from Tokyo st., by taking beautifully scenic JR trains around the Boso Peninsula. The Guide will meet you at Hamakanaya st. nearest to Mt. Nokogiri.
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One day Hike, Thrilling Mt. Nokogiri & Giant Buddha
What's included in One day Hike, Thrilling Mt. Nokogiri & Giant Buddha
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
The Guide will meet you at JR Hamakanaya station in Chiba pref. Walk to the bottom of Mt. Nokogiri and take a Rope way to the top of the mountain where the main attractions are located. Enjoy breathtaking views of Boso peninsula and Tokyo Bay.
At the peak of the mountain is an Overhang Observation Rock called Jigoku Nozoki meaning Hell Lookout. Once Standing on Jigoku Nozoki there is a thrilling view of Boso Peninsula and Tokyo Bay below.
Nihonji Temple spreads along the slopes of Mt. Nokogiri. Walk up and down the stairs to see 30 meter tall Hyaku-Syaku Kannon carved in a stone cliff,and small statues of Buddhist disciples lining along the paths. The main attraction is 31 meter tall stone statue of Buddha standing on the midway of Mt. Nokogiri.
Inclusions
- National Licensed Tour Guide
- Private transportation
- Lunch
- Ropeway ticket (650yen), Admission fee(700yen), Taxi fare(around 2000yen)
- Gratuities
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Gratuities : Your tour guides gratuities are NOT included in the cost of your tour package. Although, not compulsory, tipping is expected and is an expression of your satisfaction with the people who have assisted you throughout your tour. In line with this, we highly suggest that you include the specific amount that you want for the gratuities. For your reference, you base upon the cost of the tour booked as suggested gratuities per person : 10% - $12, 15% - $18, 20% - $24.
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Please let us know where you stay, so we will inform you how to reach Hama-Kanaya station.
