Jigoku Nozoki Viewpoint
Jigoku Nozoki is a viewpoint on Mount Nokogiri that extends from a rocky cliff edge overlooking a deep valley. From this platform, you can see Tokyo Bay stretch across the horizon and spot Mount Fuji in the distance on clear days.
Mount Nokogiri was once a stone quarry where workers extracted rock to build structures like Tokyo's Edo Castle. The mountain's rough edges and sharp ridges still show the marks of this long human activity from centuries past.
The name Jigoku Nozoki means "peering into hell," referring to the intense perspective of looking straight down the cliff face. Today, the spot draws visitors seeking to capture the vast expanse of Tokyo Bay and distant Mount Fuji through photographs.
The viewpoint features a sturdy railing along a narrow path, so wear firm shoes and move carefully. A ropeway carries you up the mountain from below, and the walk from the nearest train station takes about 10 to 15 minutes.
From a nearby spot called the Earth's Curve Observatory, you can see on clear days how the land gently curves as it meets the sky. This subtle visual effect is something most visitors miss while focused on the main viewpoint.
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