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5-Day Shikoku 88-Ohenro Pilgrimage Tour by Private Car

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Dating back 1,200 years and covering 1,200 kilometres, the Shikoku 88 Ohenro pilgrimage is one of the world's oldest and longest; this Japan culture tour will take you deep into the story that surrounded it. Ringing Shikoku Island, one of Japan's four main islands, the pilgrimage was established by Kobo Daishi, the founder of Shingon Buddhism, he continues to play a role in the pilgrimage today.

Over five days, you'll be taken by private car to see the most famous temples of Shikoku on this route. Each night you'll be staying in quaint, traditional ryokans or in temple accommodation with other pilgrims. You'll learn about the fascinating history of each of these temples from your local guide and visit some astonishing sites on the way.
  • Sightseeing
  • Outdoors & Nature
  • Culture & Arts
starting from US$ 3,750 per traveller
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  • 4 nights accommodation
  • 16 activities
  • 2 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 2 dinners
  • Ground transportation
  • - Entrance fees
  • - Licensed English speaking guides
Not Included in Price
  • Airport transfer
  • Domestic flights
  • Travel insurance
  • - Alcohol beverages
  • - Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • - Gratuities
  • - International flights
  • - Laundry
  • - Personal expenses
  • - Trekking permits
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Day 1: First Day of Pilgrimage Temples

Day 1: First Day of Pilgrimage Temples

Today, you'll meet in Takamatsu or Tokushima to begin your five-day temple pilgrimage route. First, you'll head up to the hilltop ruins of Tokushima Castle, the ruins of a 13th-century castle nestled in beautiful gardens overlooking the town. You'll then head to Ryozen-Ji Temple, the first of the 88 temples on the pilgrimage route. Finally, you'll finish the day at Byodo-Ji Temple where you'll enjoy a meal at the temple with the other pilgrims before settling into your temple accommodation.
Byodo-ji Temple3 activities included Dinner included Tokushima, Naruto and Anan
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Day 2: Second Day of Pilgrimage

Day 2: Second Day of Pilgrimage

Today, you'll begin your day by sharing a meal with the other pilgrims in the temple before setting off for a day of exploring. First, you'll make your way up to Tairyū-ji Temple, the 21st temple of the 88-temple Shikoku pilgrimage route set 610 metres above sea level and reached by a steep mountain path. You'll then continue to Saba Daisha, one of the extra 20 temples of the Shikoku Ohenro Bekkaku route before arriving in Muroto where you'll explore the marvellous rock formations.
Ake no Hoshi3 activities included Breakfast, lunch and dinner included Anan and Muroto
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Day 3: Third Day of Pilgrimage

Day 3: Third Day of Pilgrimage

Today, you'll begin your day by exploring the Muroto Global Geopark, a place where you can read the history of the Earth from the rocks. You'll then move on to Kitagawa Village Monet's Garden, the only garden of Monet's outside of his home country. Here, you'll enjoy lunch in the peaceful surroundings of vibrant flowers, water lilies and swaying willow trees. Next, you'll explore Zentsu-Ji, the 75th temple of the Shikoku Pilgrimage. Today is a fully immersive day on your Japan culture tour.
Rihga Hotel Zest Takamatsu4 activities included Breakfast and lunch included Takamatsu, Kitagawa, Muroto and Zentsuji
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Day 4: The Fourth Day of Your Pilgrimage

Day 4: The Fourth Day of Your Pilgrimage

Today, you'll begin the day by taking a hike up to Ritsurin Kōen, a vast landscape garden in the centre of Takamatsu which is considered to be one of the most beautiful in Japan. You'll then drive to Yashima-ji on the flat-topped mountain and Yakuri-ji Temple, the 85th temple of the famous Shikoku 88 temple pilgrimage. You'll then visit the Okubo-ji before taking the long drive to Tokushima where you'll enjoy a traditional Awa Odori Dance at the Awa Odori Hall.
Hotel Sunroute Tokushima5 activities included Lunch included Takamatsu, Tokushima and Sanuki
Day 5: The Last Day of Your Japan Culture Tour

Day 5: The Last Day of Your Japan Culture Tour

Today, you'll visit the Naruto whirlpools which are created by a large amount of water that moves between the Seto Inland Sea and the Pacific Ocean. Afterwards, you'll have lunch at the whirlpools before catching a public bus back to Osaka.
-1 activity included Lunch included Osaka, Naruto and Tokushima
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