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01 07 2009

SHIKOKU, Japan: 88 Temple Pilgrimage

Posted by: kirsty_wilson in Asia, tags: , , , ,

Where is Shikoku?

Shikoku Temple

Shikoku Temple

Shikoku is the smallest of the four main islands of Japan and is most well known for its ’88 Temple Pilgrimage’, associated with priest Kukai. Most henro (pilgrims) these days travel by bus, taxi etc, rather than choosing to walk it. The entire circuit taking in all 88 Temples, is 1,200km long and can take 30-60 days to visit all 88 Temples by foot.

True pilgrims are seen wearing white jackets with the characters reading ‘dogyo futari’ meaning “two travelling together”. Travelling in Shikoku is considered very safe, especially when robed in the traditional henro garments. It is estimated that 100,000 pilgrims visit annually.

Map

TravelTipsPlus Google Map of Shikoku

One Great Reason to Visit Shikoku

One great reason to visit Shikoku is to witness the traditional henro on the 88 Temple Pilgrimage.

Shikoku Temples

For More Information

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    5 Responses to “SHIKOKU, Japan: 88 Temple Pilgrimage”
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    2. Jonathan Brillantes says: July 1st, 2009 at 1:02 pm

      I have been to Tokyo, Kobe, Oita and Osaka. The Japanese sights and sounds are very very interesting. I like the cleanliness and sense of cultural/religious history of Japan.

    3. kirsty_wilson says: July 1st, 2009 at 1:10 pm

      I have Japan down on my #dream list! Would love to see sites like this temple and the gardens in Japan look amazingly lovely too! Cherry blossom season in particular. One day!!

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