Temple Guide

Discover Maegamiji Temple (Temple 64) on the Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage. Closely connected to Mount Ishizuchi worship and Shugendō traditions, this historic temple features beautiful covered walkways, traces of ascetic training sites, and a rich spiritual heritage. Learn about its history, highlights, and walking route from Kichijoji.

Discover Kichijoji Temple (Temple 63) on the Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage. As the only temple with Bishamonten as its principal deity, Kichijoji offers unique sights including the Jōjuseki Stone and Kuguri Tennyo passage. Learn about its history, goshuin, and walking route from Hojuji.

Discover Hojuji Temple (Temple 62) on the Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage. Dedicated to the Eleven-Headed Kannon, this historic temple is known for prayers for safe childbirth and its connection with Ichinomiya Shrine. Learn about its history, walking route from Koonji, goshuin, and the temple’s unique pilgrimage history.

Discover Koonji (Temple 61) on the Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage. Known for its striking modern temple hall and Koyasu Daishi, the temple has long been associated with prayers for safe childbirth and child-rearing. Learn about its history, highlights, goshuin, and the walking route from Yokomineji.

Discover Temple 60 Yokomineji, one of the most challenging Henro Korogashi sections of the Shikoku Pilgrimage. Learn about the mountain route, winter snow, temple history, and my walking experience.

Discover Temple 59 Kokubunji on the Shikoku Pilgrimage. Learn about its history as Iyo Province’s ancient Kokubunji, the handshake statue of Kōbō Daishi, unique purification pavilion, walking route from Senyuji, and pilgrimage highlights.

Visit Temple 57 Eifukuji on the Shikoku Pilgrimage. Discover its history, Shinbutsu-shūgō heritage, walking route from Taizanji, and a pilgrim’s personal experience of visiting on New Year’s Day.

Explore Temple 55 Nankobo on the Shikoku 88 Pilgrimage. Learn about its unique connection with Ōyamazumi Shrine, Shinbutsu-shūgō history, the rare Daitsu Chisho Nyorai, and the walking route from Enmeiji Temple.

Visit Temple 54 Enmeiji on the Shikoku Pilgrimage. Discover the coastal henro route from Enmyoji, Emon Saburo’s legend, Kounosaka Pass, camping spots, and walking tips.

Visit Temple 53 Enmyoji on the Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage. Discover the oldest bronze osamefuda, the mysterious Kirishitan Lantern, walking route from Taisanji, and a peaceful countryside path near Matsuyama.