A peek into Hell, Tokyo Bay list!!
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The 329m high Nokogiriyama mountain is lined with sharp rocks, and as its name suggests, its ridgeline is shaped like the teeth of a saw. Nihon-ji Temple is located on the southern slope of Nokogiriyama, which is known as a scenic spot designated by Chiba Prefecture.
The temple is the oldest imperial prayer site in the Kanto region, founded in 725 by Gyoki Bodhisattva, who received an imperial decree from Emperor Shomu about 1,300 years ago. The vast grounds of the temple, covering over 330,000 square meters, are dotted with many attractions, including Japan's largest rock-carved Buddha (Yakushi Ruriko Nyorai), the 100-foot Kannon statue, and the 1,500 Rakan statues. One of the highlights is the "Peek into Hell" at the summit area. If you go to the tip of the protruding rock, you will feel as if you are floating in the air. You can see a spectacular view of the Boso Peninsula, Mt. Fuji in the distance, and the Miura Peninsula, but if you look down, it's thrilling! It's like looking into hell.
You can easily get to the summit by using the ropeway or mountain road. There are also hiking trails, so we recommend combining your walk with a hike while admiring the seasonal flowers.