Shikoku Pilgrimage Walking Tour: Gokurakuji and Ryozenji Temples
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Port
Tokushima, Japan
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Activity Level
Strenuous Activity
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At (prices in USD)
$370
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 4¾ Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
On this tour, we first depart from the port and visit "Monzen Ichibangai." Here, you can rent traditional attire such as white robes, walking sticks, and straw hats, and learn about their significance.
After preparing, we start the walking tour towards "Ryozenji." Ryozenji is one of the 88 temples of the Shikoku Pilgrimage and has a history of over 1300 years. You can enjoy a peaceful moment in its tranquil grounds. From Ryozenji, we walk approximately 1.5 km for about 30 minutes to "Gokurakuji." At Gokurakuji, the serene garden, designed to evoke the Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss, naturally inspires a sense of reverence and upright posture. Shikoku Pilgrimage, established by Kobo Daishi (the founder of Shingon Buddhism) at the age of 42, began as a spiritual path to eliminate calamities for himself and others. It is believed that by visiting all 88 temples, one can dispel 88 earthly desires and gain the associated blessings and merits.
Finally, we visit a local soy sauce factory to observe the traditional process of soy sauce production.
After completion of your day, transfer back to the pier.
Please Note:
Please realistically assess your physical fitness and ability prior to booking as the walk is uphill, over unpaved, rough walking tracks with many steps for approximately 2 hours/ approx. 2km walking. Guests are advised to wear lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes, and bring sun protection. Gokurakuji Temple contains approx. 50 stairs to visit the main hall. Not advisable for guests with mobility limitations. The coach cannot accommodate scooters. Please bring local currency (Japanese yen) for additional purchases. Tour order may vary.