Futtsu Trip Overview
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.
Additional Info
Duration: 5 to 6 hours
Starts: Futtsu, Japan
Trip Category: Day Trips & Excursions >> Day Trips
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What to Expect When Visiting Futtsu, Chiba, Japan
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.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Hama-Kanaya Station, Kanaya, Futtsu, Chiba 299-1861, Japan
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.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Jigoku Nozoki (Hell Peak Point), 184-4 Motona, Kyonan, Awa District, Chiba 299-1901, Japan
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.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Kenkonzan Nihon-ji Temple, 184 Motona, Kyonan, Awa District, Chiba 299-2100, Japan
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.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Michi-no-Eki Hota Shogakko, 724 Hota, Kyonan-machi, Awa-gun 299-1902 Chiba Prefecture
Enjoy quiet and peaceful hike seeing temples, tea house, small pond and amazing nature all around. to reach down to the bottom of the mountain.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Hota Chuo Beach, Hota Chisaki, Kyonan-machi, Awa-gun 299-1902 Chiba Prefecture
Hota is a fishing port and bathing spot viewing beautiful Mt. Fuji across the sea on sunny days. The local fish restaurants serve fresh fish cuisine. Public bath and Ukiyo-e museum and Ryokan Japanese inns are located.
Duration: 1 hour
