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Jigoku Nozoki
Mt. Nokogiri Ropeway
Panoramic view of Tokyo Bay and Boso Peninsula from the top of Mt. Nokogiri
Panoramic view of Tokyo Bay and Boso Peninsula from the top of Mt. Nokogiri
Hyaku-Shaku Kannon
Walking up stairs
1500 Rakan
Nihonji Daibutsu
Seafood dishes or Seafood BBQ at The Fish
Mt. Nokogiri in Chiba prefecture came off the 2nd place of Deep Spot Ranking in Japan by Nikkei Inc.
It's a little-known but a wonderful place where only a local guide like me can take you, and this is my unique tour. I would like to help you find natural and historical wonders and feel Japanese culture.
I strongly recommend this tour to travelers who like walking in trees, and are interested in a panoramic view and Buddha statues.
From the top of Mt. Nokogiri, we can have a splendid panoramic view of Tokyo Bay and the Boso Peninsula.
There are two big Buddha statues and more than 1500 small Buddha statues in Nihonji temple.
The basic itinerary is as follows,
8:15 Meet at your Hotel in Tokyo or Chiba and move to Hamakanaya station by train.
11:08 Arrive at Hamakanaya station.
・Mt. Nokogiri Ropeway : From the top of Mt. Nokogiri, we can have a splendid panoramic view of Tokyo Bay and Boso Peninsula.
・Nihonji Temple : This temple has a history of more than 1,000 years. There are two big Buddha statues and more than 1500 small Buddha statues.
・Hyaku-shaku Kannon : Kannon is the Goddess of Mercy in Buddhism. Hyaku-shaku (100 shaku) means about 30 meters. That's the height of the huge stone carving of goddess Kannon in that deepest of the gorges, created in Edo period.(1604 - 1868)
・Jigoku Nozoki : The prefect photo spot to click a pic of someone standing on the actual Jigoku Nozoki.
・1500 Rakan : Rakan are early disciples of Buddha who had achieved a state of perfect enlightenment. In Edo period, creating rakan gardens featuring multiple rakan stone statues became very popular at Japanese Buddhism temples
・Nihonji Daibutsu : Japan’s largest ancient Buddha stone statue. The Buddha, sitting in a lotus position, is 31.5m tall in total.
15:08 Leave at Hamakanaya station and move to your hotel by train. The guide will say good bye to you at Chiba station.
17:30 Arrive at your hotel
Option : Seafood dishes or Seafood BBQ at The Fish.
| Departure Time | 8:00AM |
| Duration | 8 hours |
| Number of People | 1~5 |
| Meeting Point | At your hotel in Tokyo or Chiba |
| Tour End | JR Chiba Station |
| What's Included | Guide fee Transportation cost for guide Nihonji temple entrance fee for guide Lunch for the guide |
| What's Excluded | Your Transportation cost (Train and Ropeway) : About 5200 JPY per person 2-way. Your Nihonji temple entrance fee : 700JPY per person Your lunch |
| Reservation Deadline | 2 days before the tour |
| Others | We use public transportation during this tour. As we walk up many stairs and on the mountain trails, this tour is not recommendable for elderly people and small kids. |
Cancellation Policy
| 8 or more days before tour date |
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| No Cancellation Fee |
| 2-7 days before tour date |
| 20% Cancellation Fee |
| 1 day before tour date |
| 50% Cancellation Fee |
| On the tour date or If you do not send a cancellation contact |
| 100% Cancellation Fee |
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FAQ about the tour
Q1
How much is transportation fee?A1
It depends on your hotel location and visiting spots, however, it is around 1000-2000yen per person.Q2
I don't decide pick up hotel.A2
No problem. Please contact us or guide after you book a hotel.Q3
I would like to confirm pick up time.A3
Please confirm a reservation e-mail.