Mount Nokogiri (Saw Mountain)
Mount Nokogiri, or Saw Mountain, is a popular tourist destination in Chiba, Japan, known for its unique sawtooth profile shaped by medieval quarrying. It offers spectacular views of Tokyo Bay and Mount Fuji, historical Buddhist monuments including Japan's largest seated stone Buddha, and challenging hiking trails.

📜 Mount Nokogiri, meaning "Saw Mountain" due to its distinctive ridge line, is a low mountain on the Bōsō Peninsula in Japan. Historically a major stone quarry, producing Bōshū-ishi, it is now a popular tourist destination.🔍 Home to Nihon-ji Temple, founded in 725 AD, and numerous Buddhist carvings, including Japan's largest pre-modern stone Buddha.# Why Go⛰️ Spectacular panoramic views of Tokyo Bay and Mount Fuji🗿 Explore Japan's largest pre-modern stone Buddha and 1,500 rakan statues🚶 Discover old cart paths and unique cliff-carved quarries like 'Laputa Wall'🏞️ Experience challenging hiking trails through historical landscapes, offering a glimpse into Edo period life# Why Avoid⚠️ Hiking trails can be slippery, with wasps and vipers possible# Tips🚠 Ropeway available for easy access to the summit🥾 Consider hiking for a deeper historical experience, rather than just the ropeway.⏰ Allow 2-4 hours for your visit.# Cost💰 Ropeway: Adults 950 yen (round trip), 500 yen (one-way). Nihon-ji Temple entrance: Adults 700 yen, Under 12: 400 yen.# Hours🕒 Ropeway: Daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mountain: Daily 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., last entry 3 p.m.# 🚉 Getting ThereEasily reached via Hama-kanaya Station on the JR Uchibo Line.

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