【鋸山】ラピュタの壁に地獄のぞき！見どころ満載の房総絶景ハイキング 4K｜千葉散歩
Hello, this is SANPO GUIDE. Today we’ve arrived at Hamakanaya Station, located on the Boso Peninsula in Chiba Prefecture. I’m planning to hike Mt. Nokogiri, one of Japan’s “Top 100 Low Mountains.” To reach the trailhead, we’ll walk through the town of Hamakanaya. There are signs along the way, so it’s easy to find. The weather isn’t great, but I’m looking forward to the hike. Mt. Nokogiri stands at 329.5 meters and is located in the center of the Boso Peninsula. The jagged ridgeline resembles a saw blade, which is how it got the name “Nokogiriyama” (Saw Mountain). From the Edo period, the mountain became known for its Boshu stone quarries, forming a unique landscape. It’s also long been a sacred site, home to Nihon-ji Temple, founded in 725, and giant Buddhist reliefs. Other highlights include the thrilling “Jigoku Nozoki” cliff and the massive Hyakushaku Kannon statue. After a short walk, you’ll reach a three-way junction. Both the center and left paths lead to the summit. Today, I’ll be taking the Shariki-michi route. After a while on a paved road, we arrive at the Shariki-michi trailhead. This is where the real mountain trail begins. The Shariki-michi trail was once used to transport quarried Boshu stone down the mountain.
The path is paved with stone slabs. From the Edo to Showa periods, workers called “shariki” hauled stones by handcart along this trail. Most of the shariki were women, and they reportedly carried three 80kg stones at a time, up to three round-trips a day. The grooves left by their carts are still visible on the trail today. It’s nice to be able to walk while feeling the history of Mt. Nokogiri. The Shariki-michi trail is also known for its beautiful moss. With its high humidity and shade, this trail provides the perfect environment for moss to thrive. Moss growing on abandoned stones… a stunning blend of nature and history. Along the trail, there’s a small detour spot worth checking out. On the quarry wall, you’ll find a cute cat carved into the stone. This place is called “Neko Chōba,” and the cat was likely carved playfully by a stonemason during a break. There’s something charming and oddly soothing about the clumsy little carving. You’ll also find a heart-shaped stone carving here in Neko Chōba. This one’s a newer piece and is popular as a photo spot. Passing through Neko Chōba, you’ll soon see a massive quarry wall straight ahead. It’s incredibly impressive. You can access the quarry area from earlier, but first, I’m heading to the summit. The quarry remains along the trail feel like ancient ruins—you can’t help but stop and stare. And this stone staircase… the tall steps are seriously exhausting. But once you reach the top, you’re rewarded with a breathtaking view. It’s absolutely beautiful. On a clear day, you can see Oshima Island, the Izu Peninsula, Mt. Fuji, and even the Tanzawa Mountains. But in bad weather… it looks like this. (crying) Still, there’s something special about seeing the sea from the mountain. Alright, just a little more to reach the summit. From the viewpoint to the summit, it’s a ridgeline trail with lots of ups and downs. After the recent rain, the trail was muddy and hard to walk on. Even with trail running shoes, I kept slipping—there was no grip at all. In this kind of condition, it might be better to skip the summit. It’s not worth the risk of getting injured. But somehow, I made it safely to the summit of Mt. Nokogiri. Alright… time to head back. Not thrilled about walking through all that mud again… The muddy trail is really dangerous. I take small, careful steps. I walked slowly and safely made it back to the quarry junction. Now I’m heading into the main quarry area. Right away, I’m greeted by a massive stone wall ahead. It’s hard to believe this was carved by human hands—what a powerful sight. This wall was carved into a more complex shape. It’s like looking at a gigantic sculpture. Further along, there’s a spot where you can see the famous Jigoku Nozoki. They say it used to be connected by a rock bridge to the cliff on the right. Walking a bit farther, I arrived at an open plaza. This is called Iwa Butai—a quarry site that looks like a flat stage set in stone. Here, quarrying continued until the late Showa era. You can still see traces of old equipment like excavators and wire cables once used to haul stone. It’s also fascinating as an industrial heritage site. Now, let’s head to the ‘Jigoku Nozoki’ (Hell Peek) we saw earlier. We’ll quickly gain elevation via these stairs. Along the way is a must-see Nokogiriyama highlight. This is the famous ‘Laputa Wall.’ The scene reminds many of the ancient ruins and stone walls from Studio Ghibli’s ‘Castle in the Sky.’ That’s why it’s nicknamed the ‘Laputa Wall’ and is a popular photo spot. And of course, the view from here is just amazing! You can see the starting point, Hamakanaya Station and the harbor town, from here. A bit further up from the Laputa Wall is the entrance to Nihon-ji Temple. After paying the 700 yen admission fee, you enter the temple grounds… …and are greeted by a massive Kannon statue carved into the rock wall. One of Nokogiriyama’s most famous spots—the Hyakushaku Kannon. The Hyakushaku Kannon stands about 30 meters tall. It was completed in 1966 to honor war victims and traffic accident casualties. Looking directly above, you can see Jigoku Nozoki. We’ve made it to the Jigoku Nozoki lookout point. This is intense… it’s absolutely thrilling! At Jigoku Nozoki, you peer down a 100-meter cliff from the tip of a jutting rock. It really feels like you’re staring straight into hell. Alright, let’s go take a peek. This is the part where the rock juts out. Descending toward the tip makes it feel even scarier. Looking down, it’s a sheer drop—hell below. But looking up, it’s like heaven—an incredible view. If you visit Nokogiriyama, this is a must-try experience. Next, I’m heading to see the Great Buddha. It’s about a 15-minute walk downhill from Jigoku Nozoki. All that climbing earlier—we’re now going all the way back down. There it is—a giant Buddha statue right in front of us. This is the Nihon-ji Daibutsu, Japan’s tallest relief carving made directly into a rock wall. It stands an impressive 31 meters tall. It’s even larger than the Buddhas of Nara or Kamakura—the tallest of its kind in Japan. It’s Yakushi Nyorai, the Buddha of healing, said to bring relief from illness. I was completely blown away by the scale. Now that I’ve fully enjoyed Nokogiriyama, it’s time to head down by ropeway. But first, I have to climb back up all those stairs I just came down… The temple grounds are all on a mountain, so visiting every highlight takes some stamina. The path to the ropeway station is also a proper mountain trail. Wait, there’s another summit marker here? But it’s actually 50 centimeters lower than the one I visited earlier… Personally, I prefer this spot—it has a better view. If you come here unprepared, it might be tougher than expected. Alright, I paid 650 yen for a one-way ticket and now I’m heading down. It’s a 4-minute scenic ride down to the base station. The view from the ropeway is absolutely amazing. After getting off the ropeway, I’ll walk back to Hamakanaya Station. I’m getting hungry, so let’s find something to eat. On the way to the station, I spotted a diner called ‘Hamabe’ from the show *Kodoku no Gourmet*. I’d been curious about this place, so I decided to check it out. ‘Hamabe’ is famous for sashimi and fried horse mackerel made with fresh local fish from Kanaya Port. Even on a weekday, there was a line—I waited about 40 minutes. I ordered the popular Hamabe Set—sashimi and fried aji (horse mackerel). The sashimi—tuna, striped jack, sea bream—was fresh and delicious. And this! A giant aji fry, crispy outside and juicy inside. I’ve never seen such a thick-cut aji fry before. Totally worth the wait—an amazing lunch! Thank you, Hamabe. After that delicious meal, it’s time to relax in a hot spring. Kajiyaryokan, a long-standing inn since the late Edo period, offers day-use hot springs. It’s the perfect way to refresh after a hike. Inside, there’s a nostalgic retro Showa-era vibe—it really feels like a traditional inn. The hot spring, called Bōshū Daifuku Onsen, is sourced from a spring in Kyonan Town. The lightly sulfur-scented water felt silky and wonderfully soothing. And that wraps up today’s hike at Mt. Nokogiri. Despite the cloudy weather, I had a great time exploring all the sights. From scenic views and historic spots to fresh seafood and relaxing hot springs— It was the perfect hiking getaway. Nokogiriyama is full of charm—definitely worth a visit if you get the chance. Thanks so much for watching to the end! If you enjoyed the video, please give it a like— —and don’t forget to subscribe to the channel! See you in the next video!
千葉県の人気の山・鋸山を散策してきました！
スリル満点の断崖絶壁「地獄のぞき」、天空の城を彷彿とさせる石切場跡「ラピュタの壁」、百尺観音や日本一の大仏など見どころ満載。
鋸山ロープウェイで楽々下山、食堂「はまべ」で絶品アジフライ、老舗旅館の温泉で疲れを癒し、1日たっぷり満喫しました。
自然・歴史・グルメ・癒やしが詰まった鋸山の魅力を、ぜひ動画でご覧ください！
2025年5月19日撮影
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– Capter –
00:00 イントロ / introduction
01:13 JR 浜金谷駅 / JR Hamakanaya Station
03:18 鋸山 車力道 登山口 / Shariki-michi Trailhead (Nokogiriyama)
05:40 猫丁場 / Neko Chōba
07:38 地球が丸く見える展望台 / “Earth’s Curvature Viewpoint” at Nokogiriyama
09:07 鋸山山頂 / Nokogiriyama Summit (329.5m)
11:30 岩舞台 / Iwabutai
13:11 ラピュタの壁 / Laputa Wall
14:24 百尺観音 / Hyakushaku Kannon
15:24 地獄のぞき / Jigoku Nozoki
17:25 日本寺大仏 / Nihon-ji Daibutsu
19:35 鋸山ロープウェー / Nokogiriyama Ropeway
20:43 漁師めし はまべ / Ryoshimeshi Hamabe
21:50 かぢや旅館 / Kajiya Ryokan
23:00 JR 浜金谷駅 / JR Hamakanaya Station
23:22 エンディング / ending
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