Select a temple below to view detailed information for each temple from Temple 40 to Temple 65.
About the Ehime Temples (Temples 40–65)
The temples from Temple 40 to Temple 65 of the Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage are located in Ehime Prefecture and are known as the “Bodai no Dojo” (Path of Enlightenment).
After passing through Tokushima, the “Place of Awakening,” and Kochi, the “Place of Religious Discipline,” pilgrims enter Ehime, where they continue their journey while seeking deeper spiritual understanding and personal reflection.
The pilgrimage routes in Ehime offer a wide variety of landscapes, from coastal roads to mountain paths. Along the way, pilgrims can visit historic temples surrounded by beautiful nature and experience the deep history and traditions of the Shikoku Pilgrimage.
One of the most memorable sections is the route from Temple 44, Daihōji, to Temple 45, Iwayaji. This mountain route is considered one of the challenging sections of the pilgrimage, leading deep into the mountains. Surrounded by impressive rock formations and peaceful forests, Iwayaji Temple allows visitors to experience the spiritual atmosphere that has continued for centuries.
Ehime is also home to temples with national treasures, important cultural properties, and unique legends connected to Kobo Daishi. These temples offer pilgrims an opportunity to learn more about the history, culture, and faith behind the Shikoku Pilgrimage.
On this website, I introduce each temple from Temple 40, Kanjizaiji, to Temple 65, Sankakuji, including:
- The history and highlights of each temple
- Goshuin (temple stamps) and Omie (pilgrimage talismans)
- Walking pilgrimage routes between temples
- Distances and estimated walking times
- Route guidance using Google Maps
- Personal experiences and impressions from walking the pilgrimage paths
For those planning a walking pilgrimage, I share detailed information about the temples and routes in Ehime based on my own pilgrimage experience.
