Bus Route: Temple 39 to Temple 40

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Bus Route from Enkoji to Kanjizaiji

From Temple 39, Enkoji, to Temple 40, Kanjizaiji, the bus journey takes approximately 3 hours and costs ¥1,260.

The distance is about 26 km and takes approximately 8 hours on foot, making this a long section of the pilgrimage route. Taking the bus can significantly reduce the amount of walking, but buses from Enkoji toward Sukumo are infrequent, so walking to Sukumo may actually be faster if the bus schedule does not work well with your plans.

In this article, we introduce the bus route from Temple 39, Enkoji, to Temple 40, Kanjizaiji, including fares, travel times, and bus schedules.

Temple Information

Timetable

Comparing Public Transportation and Walking Routes

The distance from Temple 39, Enkoji, to Temple 40, Kanjizaiji is approximately 26 km and takes about 8 hours on foot, making this a long section of the pilgrimage route.

By public transportation, the journey takes approximately 3 hours and costs ¥1,260.

However, buses from Enkoji toward Sukumo are infrequent, so depending on the time of day, walking to Sukumo may be faster than waiting for a bus.

Item	Public Transportation	Walking
Travel time	About 3 hours	About 8 hours
Fare	¥1,260	Free
Features	Significantly reduces the amount of walking	Walk at your own pace

Taking the Bus

Walk from Enkoji to Terayamaguchi Bus Stop, then take a bus toward Sukumo. Transfer in Sukumo and continue to Heijo Fudasyo-mae Bus Stop, which is located close to Kanjizaiji.

The main advantage is that you can significantly reduce both the walking distance and travel time compared with walking the entire route.

However, buses from Enkoji to Sukumo are infrequent, so checking the timetable in advance is important.

Walking to Kanjizaiji

The walking route is approximately 26 km and takes about 8 hours.

Although this is a long section, one advantage of walking is that you do not have to worry about public transportation schedules and can travel at your own pace.

However, 26 km is a long distance to cover in a single day, so you should plan carefully based on your energy level and where you can stay overnight.

Which Route Is Recommended?

If you want to reduce the amount of walking, taking the bus is recommended.

However, buses on this section are infrequent, so be sure to check the timetable before setting out.

If the bus schedule works well with your plans, you can travel in about 3 hours for ¥1,260. If the waiting time is long, walking to Sukumo may also be an option.

When choosing between the two, consider “about 3 hours and ¥1,260 by public transportation, or about 8 hours on foot,” and choose the route that best suits the bus schedule, your energy level, and your plans.

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