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Mount Nokogiri 鋸山

Checked October 2026 · next check January 2027 · On our list

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Visiting Mount Nokogiri today

  • What it is: A jagged former quarry mountain on Tokyo Bay. Nihonji temple covers its slopes, with a huge carved Buddha and the Jigoku Nozoki rock ledge overhanging a cliff.
  • Getting there: Walk from JR Hama-Kanaya Station to the ropeway base, then 4 minutes up. A hiking trail also starts near the station.
  • Hours: Ropeway 9:00–17:00 (16:00 from 16 November to 15 February). Nihonji 9:00–16:00, last entry 15:00.
  • Admission: Ropeway round trip ¥1,200 adults, ¥600 children. Nihonji ¥700 adults, ¥400 children.
  • Tip: The ropeway closes for inspection for up to a month from mid January. Wear good shoes; there are many steps.
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Clear winter days give views of Mount Fuji across the bay

Checked against: 鋸山ロープウェー 料金・営業時間 · 拝観時間・料金 - 鋸山 日本寺. Check opening times and prices before you go.

Mount Nokogiri on Shibuya246

We haven't been yet, so there are no photos here. The notes above come from official sources and are checked every quarter. Our own photos and story will appear here after we visit.