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[Japanese guided group tour] Reservation for a guided trekking tour tracing the 1,300-year history of Nihon-ji Temple (Mt. Nokogiri, Chiba)
[Japanese guided group tour] Reservation for a guided trekking tour tracing the 1,300-year history of Nihon-ji Temple (Mt. Nokogiri, Chiba)
[Japanese guided group tour] Reservation for a guided trekking tour tracing the 1,300-year history of Nihon-ji Temple (Mt. Nokogiri, Chiba)
[Japanese guided group tour] Reservation for a guided trekking tour tracing the 1,300-year history of Nihon-ji Temple (Mt. Nokogiri, Chiba)
[Japanese guided group tour] Reservation for a guided trekking tour tracing the 1,300-year history of Nihon-ji Temple (Mt. Nokogiri, Chiba)
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[Japanese guided group tour] Reservation for a guided trekking tour tracing the 1,300-year history of Nihon-ji Temple (Mt. Nokogiri, Chiba)

Japan-Kanto , Chiba
Booking confirmed within 3 working day(s)
Duration:3 hour(s) 30 min(s)
Guided language: 日本語
Free cancellation 2 day(s) prior to experience date
Please present the e-voucher on-site
  • Enjoy a guided trekking tour around the highlights of Mt. Nokogiri, a lesser known mountain on the Boso Peninsula.
  • You can see the view of Mt. Fuji and Tokyo Bay, which was also depicted in Utagawa Hiroshige's ukiyo-e art!
  • The guide's explanations will give you a thorough understanding of the world and history of Buddhism!
  • There are many photo spots on Mount Nokogiri, including the famous "Hell's Peek." If you go with a guide, they will help you take photos!
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Nokogiriyama is known as a lesser known mountain on the Boso Peninsula. To the south of the mountain is the grounds of Nihon-ji Temple, an imperial temple founded by Emperor Shomu, which will celebrate its 1,300th anniversary in 2025.
This plan is a half-day tour to experience the charms of Nokogiriyama Nihon-ji Temple, starting from JR Yasuda Station, walking along the main approach to the temple and climbing Mt. Nokogiri from the temple gate. Once inside the Nihon-ji temple grounds, you can enjoy the mystical atmosphere of Japan's tallest Buddha (seated statue, rock-carved Buddha) and the 1,500 arhat statues arranged on the mountainside. Climb the stairs to the top of the mountain, pass by the famous photo spots "Hell Peek" and "Hyakushaku Kannon", and then use the ropeway to return down the mountain.

You can see the view of Mt. Fuji and Tokyo Bay, which was also depicted in Hiroshige's ukiyo-e art!
Travel became popular among the common people during the Edo period. At that time, "travel" was for faith or prayer, and many travelers and cultural figures from Edo visited Nokogiriyama Nihonji Temple. Hiroshige Utagawa depicted the view of Tokyo Bay and Mt. Fuji on the way from Yasuda Station to Omotesando in an ukiyo-e painting. If the weather is good, you can still enjoy the view today.

The guide's explanations will give you a thorough understanding of the world and history of Buddhism!
Within the grounds, there are not only 1,500 arhat statues, but also Buddhist statues lined up along the mountainside, including statues of Kobo Daishi and Prince Shotoku, who brought Buddhism to Japan. The guide's explanations allow you to understand the history and historical background of Buddhism as if you were reading a picture scroll.

There are plenty of photo spots!
There are many photo spots on Mount Nokogiri, including the famous "Hell's Peek." If you go with a guide, they will help you take photos!

What You Can Expect

Duration: 3 hour(s) 30 minute(s)

1 Day

  • 09:50
    Meeting place: We are waiting at the ticket gate exit of JR Hota Station (Hota sta). Look for the green WeGuide NOKOGIRIYAMA flag.
    Meeting place: We are waiting at the ticket gate exit of JR Hota Station (Hota sta). Look for the green WeGuide NOKOGIRIYAMA flag.
  • 10:00
    Departure: After checking in, we introduce ourselves, confirm today's route and equipment, and then depart! We walk while enjoying the tranquil countryside and the view of Tokyo Bay.
    Departure: After checking in, we introduce ourselves, confirm today's route and equipment, and then depart! We walk while enjoying the tranquil countryside and the view of Tokyo Bay.
  • 10:30
    Nihon-ji Temple - Main approach to the temple grounds: At the foot of Mt. Nokogiri, climb the stairs from Nihon-ji Temple's main approach to the temple gate and enter the temple grounds.
    Nihon-ji Temple - Main approach to the temple grounds: At the foot of Mt. Nokogiri, climb the stairs from Nihon-ji Temple's main approach to the temple gate and enter the temple grounds.
  • 11:00
    Great Buddha Square: We arrived at Great Buddha Square, which is home to the largest cliff-carved Buddha in Japan.
    Great Buddha Square: We arrived at Great Buddha Square, which is home to the largest cliff-carved Buddha in Japan.
  • 11:30
    1,500 Arhats: As you climb the continuous staircase, you can appreciate the group of Buddha statues that continue like a picture scroll. You will be immersed in the world of Buddhism. When you reach the top of the mountain, you will see a glimpse of hell! Enjoy the view from the observation deck.
    1,500 Arhats: As you climb the continuous staircase, you can appreciate the group of Buddha statues that continue like a picture scroll. You will be immersed in the world of Buddhism. When you reach the top of the mountain, you will see a glimpse of hell! Enjoy the view from the observation deck.
  • 12:00
    Peeking into Hell: We will take a lunch break at the Ruriko Observatory. There may be a line to get to "Peeking into Hell", so we recommend that you make use of your break time.
    Peeking into Hell: We will take a lunch break at the Ruriko Observatory. There may be a line to get to "Peeking into Hell", so we recommend that you make use of your break time.
  • 12:40
    Hyakushaku Kannon: Go through the cut and view the Hyakushaku Kannon, a Kannon statue carved into the rock face.
    Hyakushaku Kannon: Go through the cut and view the Hyakushaku Kannon, a Kannon statue carved into the rock face.
  • 13:00
    Ropeway Summit Station: Before taking the ropeway back down, take a commemorative photo from the observation deck with Tokyo Bay in the background!
    Ropeway Summit Station: Before taking the ropeway back down, take a commemorative photo from the observation deck with Tokyo Bay in the background!
  • 13:10
    Kanaya Townscape: You will pass through beautiful townscapes lined with walls made from Boso stone quarried from Mt. Nokogiri.
    Kanaya Townscape: You will pass through beautiful townscapes lined with walls made from Boso stone quarried from Mt. Nokogiri.
  • 13:15
    Disband at Nokogiriyama Art Museum: After the tour, feel free to take a break or go shopping at nearby facilities.
    Disband at Nokogiriyama Art Museum: After the tour, feel free to take a break or go shopping at nearby facilities.

Purchase Notice

・When making a reservation, please let us know the means of transportation you will be using on the day.

<What to bring and what to wear on the day>
・Copy of your health insurance card ・Drinks (about 1 liter)
・Lunch ・Hat ・Sunscreen (if necessary)
・Insect repellent ・Sneakers or other shoes suitable for hiking or exercise ・Easy-to-move-in clothes suitable for low mountain hikes (jeans, etc. are not suitable as they restrict leg movement)
- Rain gear depending on the weather (preferably a raincoat with separate top and bottom)
・Backpack (this keeps your hands free and helps prevent falls)
*Please come dressed appropriately for low mountain climbing.

【please note】
・In recent years, damage caused by leeches has increased from the rainy season through to summer. We recommend that you wear clothing that covers your ankles. Insect repellent spray is also effective.
・The mountain trails on Mt. Nokogiri include unstable mountain paths and steep stairs. Please wear hiking shoes or sneakers, and comfortable clothing suitable for low mountain hikes. We recommend carrying a backpack so that you can keep your hands free. If you have hiking gear such as walking poles, it may be convenient to use them.
・To ensure the safety of our customers, the course contents and stopover spots may be subject to change depending on the weather and crowding on the day. Please note.
・Please note that if you are late for the meeting time, you may not be able to experience the program.

[The following people are not allowed to participate]
・People with heart disease ・People who consume alcohol ・Pregnant women ・Preschool children ・People who have difficulty walking the entire course by themselves

Includes/Excludes

  • Consumption tax
  • Tour guide
  • Experience fee
  • Lunch
  • Ropeway fare (one way): 650 yen
  • Nihonji Temple admission fee: 700 yen
  • drink

Eligible Users

Reminders

  • If the tour is cancelled due to rain or bad weather, we will notify you by 1pm the day before. Please be sure to check.

  • If you cancel for your own reasons, a cancellation fee will be charged.

  • Please bring your own lunch and drinks.

How to Redeem Your Voucher

How to Use Your Voucher

  • Please present the e-voucher on-site

Meeting Point

Location Name: JR Uchibo Line Hota Station

Address: Yasuda, Kyonan Town, Awa District, Chiba Prefecture
How to Get There
<For those coming by train> Take the Sazanami Express No. 1 from JR Shinjuku Station (Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays only) Departs Shinjuku at 7:51 and arrives at Hoda at 9:44 Take the Sobu Line or Keiyo Line from JR Tokyo Station and the Uchibo Line and get off at Hoda Station (about 2.5 hours) <Tokyo Bay Ferry> Take the Tokyo Bay Ferry from Kurihama, Kanagawa Prefecture to Kurihama Port → Kanaya Port (about 40 minutes) About 10 minutes walk to JR Hamakanaya Station, ride one stop to JR Hoda Station <For those coming by car> From Haneda Airport, take the Tokyo Bay Aqua-Line → Tateyama Expressway to Kyonan Hoda IC (about 1 hour) 5 minutes walk from Hoda Central Beach Parking Lot (free) to Hoda Station Parking: 10 cars, large buses: allowed

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellations 2 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
  • Cancellation is not allowed between 0–1 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
NOTE
  • Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.

FAQ

1. What is the best way to get to Mt. Nokogiri for a trekking tour?

The most common way to reach Mt. Nokogiri is by taking the JR Uchibo Line to Hamakanaya Station. From there, you can either take the Nokogiriyama Ropeway directly to the mountain's summit area, or begin a hike up one of the trails. The ropeway offers scenic views during the ascent.

2. How long does it typically take to complete the guided trekking tour of Nihon-ji Temple on Nokogiriyama?

A guided trekking tour of Nihon-ji Temple on Nokogiriyama typically takes several hours, often around 3 to 4 hours, to explore the main highlights. This duration allows for a comprehensive visit to the expansive temple grounds, including key statues, viewpoints, and historical sites, with explanations from the guide.

3. What scenic views can be enjoyed from Mt. Nokogiri, including Mount Fuji and Tokyo Bay?

From various viewpoints on Mt. Nokogiri, you can enjoy panoramic vistas. On clear days, the iconic Mount Fuji is visible across the bay. You can also clearly see the vast expanse of Tokyo Bay, the Boso Peninsula coastline, and the surrounding natural landscapes, offering a stunning backdrop for photos.

4. What historical and cultural insights are provided during a guided trekking tour of Nihon-ji Temple?

During a guided trekking tour of Nihon-ji Temple, the guide provides in-depth explanations about the temple's 1,300-year history and its profound connection to Buddhism. You'll gain a thorough understanding of the significance of the various statues, carvings, and structures, enriching your cultural experience of this ancient site.

5. What are the most popular photo spots on Mt. Nokogiri, especially 'Hell's Peek'?

Mt. Nokogiri is famous for its unique photo opportunities. 'Hell's Peek' (Jigoku Nozoki) is a cliffside viewpoint offering a thrilling perspective and dramatic photo backdrop. Other popular spots include the Hyakushaku Kannon relief carving and the massive Daibutsu (Great Buddha), all providing memorable photographic moments.

6. What kind of experience does a guided trekking tour around the highlights of Mt. Nokogiri offer visitors?

A guided trekking tour around Mt. Nokogiri offers a comprehensive exploration of this lesser-known mountain on the Boso Peninsula. You'll discover hidden gems, significant historical sites, and breathtaking natural scenery, all while benefiting from the guide's expertise in navigating the trails and providing insightful commentary on the area's highlights.

7. Are there specific challenges or considerations for trekking at Nihon-ji Temple on Mt. Nokogiri?

Trekking at Nihon-ji Temple on Mt. Nokogiri involves stairs and some uneven paths, so comfortable walking shoes are highly recommended. While not overly strenuous for most, visitors should be prepared for a moderate amount of walking and elevation changes to fully explore the extensive temple grounds and various viewpoints. Bringing water is also advisable.

8. What significant Buddhist carvings and statues can visitors see at Nihon-ji Temple?

Nihon-ji Temple is home to several impressive Buddhist carvings and statues. The most notable are the Nihon-ji Daibutsu, a colossal carved stone Buddha, and the Hyakushaku Kannon, a towering relief carving dedicated to the Goddess of Mercy. These magnificent sculptures are integral to the temple's spiritual and historical heritage.

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