Mt. Nokogiri Tour by Private Car

Overview

Take a short trip from the city center and enjoy the spectacular view of Japan. At the top of Mt. Nokogiri, named for its saw-shaped peak, you can look into the View of Hell and admire the gigantic granite Buddha. You can see Miura peninsula or Mt.Fuji from the observatory if the weather is good. Mt. Nokogiri is one of the most famous mountains in Chiba Prefecture. At the summit of the 329-meter-high mountain is a spectacular observatory and a temple complex that houses one of Japan's largest Buddha statues. There are two ways to go up to the top of Mt. Nokogiri, by rope way or by car. Please let us know your preferences. This tour is great for any types of travelers , such as adventure seekers, families with children, etc. The duration may vary depending on traffic.

What's included

• ✓Ropeway Fare
• ✓English-speaking guide
• ✓Fuel surcharge
• ✓A private car
• ✓Toll fee
• ✓Nihon-ji Admission Fee
• ✓Hotel or airport pick-up

• ✕apx. 10-20 USD per person
• ✕Personal Expenses

What you'll do

1. 1

   This tour is available for a fee. This tour takes you directly from your meeting point (airport or hotel) to your destination by car. If you wish to use the ropeway, a separate fee (apx. 10USD) is required.

   ⏱ 3 hours
2. 2

   This is a thrilling sightseeing spot where visitors can look down at the spectacular view from a rocky hill shaped like the blade of a saw, from which the name “Sawtooth Mountain” is derived. Although there are handrails, looking down from the 329.4-meter-high rock is a terrifying experience that will make you feel like you are looking down into hell. But beyond that, the view is spectacular. If you have the courage, please give it a try!

3. 3

   The 2,639 granite steps lead up to the temple, and visitors must be physically fit and wear comfortable walking clothes in order to visit the entire path. Even so, there are many spots worth seeing, even if you have to work a little harder, such as Japan's largest Buddha statue, the Hyakushaku Kannon, and the 1,500 Arhats, not to mention the spectacular view from the top of the mountain.

4. 4

   The Great Buddha, which was restored by carving a monolithic rock, is said to be the largest stone Buddha carved directly into a rock wall in Japan. Haiku poets Kobayashi Issa and Natsume Soseki have also visited the temple.

5. 5

   After lunch, you will visit an elementary school that was closed due to the declining birth rate and remodeled as a roadside station, where a marche, restaurant, and lodging facilities have been renovated while retaining the form that was once an elementary school. Why not take a break before you leave?

Availability & pricing

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Good to know

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements. Please indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.
• Child seats are required for children under 6 years old in Japan. We will prepare the seats, so please let us know if you have small children when you book the tour.
• The itinerary might be changed due to weather condition or other reasons.
• If you are okay with driving up to the top by car, there are no health restrictions, but if you would like to hike, we'd not reccomend this tour for travelers with back problems, pregnant travelers, and travelers with heart problems or other serious medical conditions

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.