1125 Nago, Tateyama, Chiba Prefecture
Rating
Cost per person
Free
Nago-ji Temple, also known as Nago Kannon, is the 33rd and final temple on the Bando Pilgrimage. Founded in 717, this historic temple houses a copper statue of Senju Kannon (Thousand-Armed Kannon), an Important Cultural Property of Japan. Visitors can explore the temple's grounds, featuring a pagoda and the Kannondo Hall, and enjoy panoramic views of Tateyama Bay (also called Mirror Bay) from the observation deck. Located in Tateyama, Chiba, it's a 10-minute walk from Nago-Funakata Station or a 15-minute drive from Tomiura IC. Admission is free, making it an accessible cultural experience.