Train & Bus Route: Temple 37 to Temple 38

Train and Bus Route from Iwamotoji Temple to Kongofukuji Temple

Traveling from the 37th temple, Iwamotoji Temple, to the 38th temple, Kongofukuji Temple, by train and bus takes approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes and costs around ¥3,010.

Since walking the entire route takes about three days, this is a convenient option for pilgrims who want to shorten their travel time while walking the Shikoku Pilgrimage.

On this route, you travel from Kubokawa Station to Nakamura Station via the Tosa Kuroshio Railway, then transfer to the Ashizuri Line operated by Kochi Seinan Kotsu and head toward Cape Ashizuri.

This article clearly explains the train and bus route from the 37th temple, Iwamotoji Temple, to the 38th temple, Kongofukuji Temple, including travel time, fares, timetables, and transfer information.

Who Is This Route Recommended For?

This route is recommended for pilgrims who:

• want to skip the long coastal walking section
• have limited travel time
• are traveling during hot summer months
• want to reach Cape Ashizuri in one day
• are carrying heavy luggage

Temple Information

Google Maps

Fare & Route Schedule

No.	Location	Distance	Travel Time	Fare
1	Temple 37: Iwamotoji	Walk (0.5 km)	10 min	–
2	Kubokawa Station	Train (43 km)	Lcl: 60 min Exp: 35 min	Lcl: ¥1,110 Exp: ¥1,530
3	Nakamura Station & Bus Stop	Bus (52.4 km)	1 hr 45 min	¥1,900
4	Cape Ashizuri Misaki Bus Stop	Walk (0.1 km)	1 min	–
5	Temple 38: Kongofukuji	–	–	–
Total	–	96 km	Lcl: 2 hr 56 min *1 Exp: 2 hr 31 min *1	Lcl: ¥3,010 Exp: ¥3,430

Limited express trains are shown in red.
*1 Transfer waiting times are not included.

Timetable

Tosa Kuroshio Railway Nakamura–Sukumo Line: Kubokawa to Nakamura Station

*Limited express trains are shown in red.

Kochi Seinan Kotsu Ashizuri Line: Nakamura Station to Cape Ashizuri

Important

Buses to Cape Ashizuri are limited.
If you miss the last bus from Nakamura Station, reaching Kongofukuji Temple on the same day may be difficult.

Be sure to check the latest timetable before traveling.

Information Around the Stations

The area around Nakamura Station is the central district of Shimanto City and offers a good selection of convenience stores and accommodations.

On the other hand, Cape Ashizuri is a popular tourist destination with inns and hotels available, but there are no convenience stores in the area. It is recommended to purchase any necessary supplies around Nakamura Station before continuing your trip.

Sample Route from Iwamotoji Temple to Kongofukuji Temple

If you take the 10:11 departure from Kubokawa Station, the connections between each mode of transportation are convenient, allowing you to arrive at Cape Ashizuri at 13:34.

Frequently Asked Questions

Related Articles

Click here for accommodation information near Nakamura Station.
Recommended Accommodation: Temples 37–38 Part 1

Click here for accommodation information near Cape Ashizuri.
Recommended Accommodation: Temple 38 – Cape Ashizuri Part 3

Shikoku Pilgrimage: Temple 38 to Temple 39 by Train and Bus.
Train & Bus Route: Temple 38 to Temple 39

Back to route search.
Train & Bus Route Guide