1.5 Hours from Tokyo | Giant Buddha in the Rock? & The Birthplace of SUKAJAN | Kanagawa in Mar. #007
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🎥 Filmed in late-March 2026
🇯🇵 Discover a hidden side of Yokosuka, Kanagawa!
In late March 2026, I visited Mt. Takatori, a former stone quarry with dramatic rock walls, rock-climbing areas, and a mysterious Buddha carving known as the Magaibutsu.
Along the way, we also explore Dobuita Street, home of the famous Yokosuka Jumper (Sukajan), and try three local specialties: Navy Curry, Navy Burger, and Cherry Cheesecake.
At Mt. Takatori, I’ll show you the route, bus stop, walking directions, the hidden Buddhist carvings, and the spectacular 360° view from the observation deck.
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⏱️* Timestamps*
0:00 Intro & Highlight
0:24 Dobuita-Dori (Dobuita St.)
1:29 Lunch
2:26 Go to Takatoriyama (Mt. Takatori)
3:52 Buddha Figures Carved on Rocks
5:36 Go to Magaibutsu (Takatoriyama Buddha)
6:45 Magaibutsu (Takatoriyama Buddha)
7:23 Go to Observation Platform
8:09 Observation Platform
🚆 *ROUTE, MAP & COST (Your Blueprint) *
🚄 How to get to Takatori Shogakko (Takatori Elementary School) Bus Stop
• Keikyu Shioiri Station to Oppama Station: 10 minutes.
• Oppama Station to Takatori Shogakko by bus: 10 minutes.
(_Keikyu Shinagawa Station to Oppama Station: 45 minutes._)
📍 *Locations & Info featured in this video*
Map (#3): Mikasa Memorial Warship (Mikasa Park)
https://maps.app.goo.gl/zK5Fv3m3vJusXQTd8
Map (#4): 🍔 Dobuita Street 🦺
https://maps.app.goo.gl/ooVrgiL8SNRECvhR6
Map (#5): 🚉 Keikyu Shioiri Station
https://www.haneda-tokyo-access.com/en/
https://maps.app.goo.gl/Uvw1t736nVipqhaSA
🚉 Keikyu Oppama Station:
https://www.haneda-tokyo-access.com/en/
https://maps.app.goo.gl/hHkGpwtGW5ghEAiZA
🚌 Keihin Kyuko Bus:
https://www.keikyu-bus.co.jp/en/
https://transfer-cloud.navitime.biz/en/keikyubus/courses?busstop=00020264
Bus Route Number: 「*追1*」
From Oppama-Eki Bus Stop (Oppama Sta.): Map (Red #1)
https://maps.app.goo.gl/42R9WEUeeChWWt3y7
To Takatori Shogakko Bus Stop (Takatori Elem. School): Map (Red #2 & Green #1)
https://maps.app.goo.gl/A5qoTbXCEgPX3goJ7
Tennis Court: Map (Green #2)
https://maps.app.goo.gl/CbD81LS3QHBJ4ocx5
Buddha Figures Carved on Rocks: Map (Green #3)
https://maps.app.goo.gl/MCr2CFEwxFsnjYVz5
Takatoriyama Park: Map (Green #4 & Red #3)
https://maps.app.goo.gl/z8RCbLnJMRXguqvM7
Magaibutsu (Takatoriyama Buddha): Map (Green #5)
https://maps.app.goo.gl/BaveNHRps2GuFbpcA
Observation Platform: Map (Green #6)
https://maps.app.goo.gl/gTWC5ypTDYwU6qWYA
💡 Additonal Information 💡
*AVOID* the trail to Jin-mu-ji Station.
It is dangerous, slippery, and very steep.
RECOMMENDED: Walk back to Oppama Station.
about 30 minutes via paved roads.
*PLANNING*: Trying to do all three spots―Sarushima, Mikasa, and Takatori
―in a single day is very hard.
It’s much better to visit them on separate days.
Why is it called “*Dobuita*”?
“Dobu” means ditch, and “Ita” means board/plate.
In the early 20th century, there was a ditch running down the center of this street.
The Japanese Navy provided thick iron plates to cover it so people could walk easily.
That’s how it got its unique name!_
🥾 *TAKATORI Hiking Course *
（”Can be changed to English”）
https://yokosuka-kanko.com/walking/walking-533/
https://www.guidoor.jp/en/places/729
💰 *Travel Costs (Estimated per person)*
Transportation
Train (Shinagawa – Yokosuka-chuo): ¥620
Train (Shioiri – Oppama): ¥230
Train (Jimmuji – Shinagawa): ¥570
Bus (Oppama Eki – Takatori Shogakko): ¥280
Ferry (Round trip): ¥1,500
Food
Yokosuka Perry – Deluxe Plate: ¥2,280
Admission
Sarushima Entry: ¥500
Tour Guide: ¥600
Mikasa Admission: ¥500 with Sarushima ticket
👉 *Total: ¥7,080-*
📷 *GEAR USED IN THIS VIDEO*
• Xiaomi 14 Ultra
• DJI Osmo Action 4
👕* Check out my sister’s Japanese food T-shirts*
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OP: Product Portfolio by Anonyment
🧭: Don’t stop by Sakuttipanda
ED: ODORE Glockenspiel by Sharou
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