Temple · Kyonan (Boso)

Nihonji Temple (Mt. Nokogiri) 鋸山日本寺

Vast temple complex on the slopes of Mt. Nokogiri with Japan's largest seated stone Buddha, 1,500 rakan statues and the 'Peek into Hell' cliff lookout.

Hours9:00-16:00 (last entry 15:00)

ClosedOpen daily

PriceAdult: ¥700

Getting thereHama-Kanaya Station (JR Uchibo Line), 8 min walk to the Nokogiriyama Ropeway

Time needed2-3 hours

Best timeClear days in autumn and winter for views of Mt. Fuji across Tokyo Bay

AddressMt. Nokogiri, Kyonan, Awa District, Chiba

Websitenihonji.jp

About

Nihonji is said to have been founded about 1,300 years ago and covers much of the southern face of Mt. Nokogiri, a former stone quarry. Trails link a 31 m Yakushi Buddha carved from the rock, a 30 m Kannon relief cut into the cliff, and hundreds of rakan figures. The Jigoku Nozoki overhang offers dramatic views over Tokyo Bay.

Highlights

Great Buddha carved into the mountainside
Jigoku Nozoki lookout jutting over a cliff
Hyakushaku Kannon relief in an old quarry
Views to Mt. Fuji and the Miura Peninsula

Tips

Allow time for many stone steps; wear good shoes
Combine with the Tokyo Bay Ferry from Kurihama to Kanaya
Check for road closures after typhoons on the official site

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