Traveling to the southern part of Boso Peninsular in Chiba Prefecture used to be a long trip on single lane roads, but with the completion of the motorway, it has become much more accessible. The distance from central Tokyo to Tateyama is about 130 kilometers, without congestion a two and a half hours drive. We had planned a stay in Kamogawa and before checking in at the hotel I wanted to visit some places of interest. I've lived in Chiba Prefecture for close to forty years but it wasn't until this visit that I came to know the existence of this Kannonbosatsu engraved on the cliffs near Tateyama. I understand from the homepage of Daifukuji Temple of the Buddhist Shingon sect that the Kannonbosatsu is said to have been engraved in the 8th century by the high Buddhist priest Gyouki. The Kannoudou Shrine housing the Kannnonbosatsu has undergone numerous reconstruction and refurbishment, but still is a magnificent sight from ground level. There are car parks by the national road from where it is only a ten minutes' climb up the steps to the shrine. Unfortuately the shrine was closed due to the strong wind. Even so it was a worthwhile visit to admire the shrine and command a great view of Tokyo Bay.

The distance from car park to the temple was shorter than I expected. Free parking and no entrance fee too. It very unique and beautiful. Those visits Tateyama should come here. You won't regret it.