Matsuyama Trip Overview
The Shikoku pilgrimage (called “Ohenro”) has a history of over 1,200 years and is recommended for those who want to learn about how buddhism got its foothold in Japan.
Wearing a rental “Ohenro” outfit, you will go for a 30-minute pilgrimage walk from Dogo Onsen Station to Ishite Temple, which is the 51st temple of the Shikoku pilgrimage. This temple has also gotten a Michelin star on their Green Guide Japan.
The guide will teach you about the etiquette and traditions of the pilgrimage and tell you interesting stories regarding the “Ohenro” pilgrimage.
For the sake labeling experience, you will be able to write down your favorite words or your feelings throughout the experience.
Additional Info
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Starts: Matsuyama, Japan
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Matsuyama, Ehime Prefecture, Japan
The Shikoku pilgrimage (called “Ohenro”) has a history of over 1,200 years and is recommended for those who want to learn about how buddhism got its foothold in Japan.
Wearing a rental “Ohenro” outfit, you will go for a 30-minute pilgrimage walk from Dogo Onsen Station to Ishite Temple, which is the 51st temple of the Shikoku pilgrimage. This temple has also gotten a Michelin star on their Green Guide Japan.
The guide will teach you about the etiquette and traditions of the pilgrimage and tell you interesting stories regarding the “Ohenro” pilgrimage.
For the sake labeling experience, you will be able to write down your favorite words or your feelings throughout the experience.
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Dogo Onsen Station, 1 Chome Dogomachi, Matsuyama 790-0843 Ehime Prefecture
9:00 Assemble at the Karakuri Clock and change into rental pilgrimage costumes
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Ishiteji, 2-9-21 Ishite, Matsuyama 790-0852 Ehime Prefecture
9:15 Learn formal worship at Buddhist temple and watching exhibitions relavant Buddhism
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Ishiteji, 2-9-21 Ishite, Matsuyama 790-0852 Ehime Prefecture
10:15 Take rest at cafe in Temple grounds with Baked rice cakes.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Dogo Onsen Station, 1 Chome Dogomachi, Matsuyama 790-0843 Ehime Prefecture
10:55 Arriving at Karakuri Clock as starting point and Take off your pilgrimage costume
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Minakuchi Brewery, 3-23 Dogokitamachi, Matsuyama 790-0848 Ehime Prefecture
11:10 Arrive at Minakuchi sake brewery, try labeling Japanese sake (write kanji characters with a brush pen). Non-alcoholic beverage is prepared for minor.
Duration: 20 minutes
