Author : Oliver Dunskus
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
Page : 42 pages
File Size : 20,61 MB
Release : 2023-06-06
Category : Travel
ISBN : 375783965X
This booklet is a supplement to the pilgrimage guidebook THE 88 TEMPLES OF SHIKOKU by the same author which describes the pilgrimage and the temples in detail. As a supplement, it has been written for those who intend to do the pilgrimage using public transportation instead of walking where possible.
Author : Oliver Dunskus
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
Page : 82 pages
File Size : 13,50 MB
Release : 2022-01-12
Category : Travel
ISBN : 3755778181
it contains information on every km along the way including restaurants, convenience stores, toilets, huts and public transportation if needed and how to best structure the daily walks considering infrastructure, distance and climbs This is a supplement to the 88 Temples of Shikoku by the same author. it describes how to walk the pilgrimage in 55 convenient daily stages of 20 to 30 km per day.
Author : Oliver Dunskus
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
Page : 46 pages
File Size : 14,95 MB
Release : 2024-01-23
Category : Travel
ISBN : 3758395429
This book is an appendix to THE 88 TEMPLES OF SHIKOKU by the same author. It has been written for those, who would like to complete the Shikoku pilgrimage by bicycle. Cycling the 88 temples of Shikoku is a convenient way to do the pilgrimage in just three to four weeks, yet still experiencing the route up-close and independently from public transportation. The book describes how to ideally divide the pilgrimage into convenient daily stages and which routes can be taken when the official walking route is not cyclable.
Author : Tateki Miyazaki
Publisher :
Page : 45 pages
File Size : 21,17 MB
Release : 2007
Category :
ISBN : 9784829710548
Author : Oliver Dunskus
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
Page : 250 pages
File Size : 36,34 MB
Release : 2024-07-22
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 3759766552
This guidebook has been written for travellers intending to visit the 88 temples of the Shikoku pilgrimage or even walk the entire pilgrimage. In addition to the history of the temples, it covers in detail the routes between the temples, provides additional information on how to prepare and organise the pilgrimage and adds cultural and historic background.
Author : Ian Reader
Publisher : University of Hawaii Press
Page : 378 pages
File Size : 12,11 MB
Release : 2005-01-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780824828769
This study involves a fourteen-hundred-kilometer-long pilgrimage around Japan's fourth largest island, Shikoku. In traveling the circuit of the eighty-eight Buddhist temples that make up the route, pilgrims make their journey together with Kobo Daishi (774-835), the holy miracle-working figure who is at the heart of the pilgrimage. Once seen as a marginal practice, recent media portrayal of the pilgrimage as a symbol of Japanese cultural heritage has greatly increased the number of participants, both Japanese and foreign. In this absorbing look at the nature of the pilgrimage, Ian Reader examines contemporary practices and beliefs in the context of historical development, taking into account theoretical considerations of pilgrimage as a mode of activity and revealing how pilgrimages such as Shikoku may change in nature over the centuries. This rich ethnographic work covers a wide range of pilgrimage activity and behavior, drawing on accounts of pilgrims traveling by traditional means on foot as well as those taking advantage of the new package bus tours, and exploring the pilgrimage's role in the everyday lives of participants and the people of Shikoku alike. that have shaped it in the past and in the present, including history and legend; the island's landscape and residents; the narratives and actions of the pilgrims and the priests who run the temples; regional authorities; and commercial tour operators and bus companies.
Author : Oliver Statler
Publisher : William Morrow
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 32,63 MB
Release : 1983
Category : History
ISBN : 9780688018900
Author : Amy Chavez
Publisher :
Page : 219 pages
File Size : 32,46 MB
Release : 2012-07
Category : Buddhist pilgrims and pilgrimages
ISBN : 9781884244353
Author : Roman Reynolds
Publisher :
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 36,37 MB
Release : 2019-12-04
Category :
ISBN : 9781671524903
Shikoku Pilgrimage, Japan. Travel Guide. This is a Buddhist pilgrimage around the circumference of the Japanese island of Shikoku. Of the several hundred thousand people who do it each year, only a few thousand walk; the vast majority travel in organized bus tours. If you only walk to the main 88 temples, the trail is about 1,100 km ( 670 mi.). If you also walk to the 20 bangai temples (of secondary importance, but still visited by some), the distance increases to about 1,400 km ( 860 mi.). Visiting all 108 temples takes about 50-55 days. Visiting only the main 88 temples takes about 40-45 days. How long it takes for each henro (pilgrim) depends on their fitness level and their seeming need to hurry. There are several legends related to the beginnings of the pilgrimage on Shikoku Island. The most popular legend, of course, is that Kūkai walked to all of the sacred places on the island, founded many of the temples, and established the pilgrimage itself. While we don't know everything about his early life, we do know enough about what he did, where he lived, and where he traveled, that it is fairly easy to refute this and say that it can't be true. Documents do show that Kūkai did travel to several of the mountains where temples are currently located. He did not, however walk around the island or perform the first pilgrimage. As will be described below, those first pilgrims were the hijiri, or wandering ascetics, that came from Mt. Kōya to visit the religious centers on the island.
Author : Jonathan DeHart
Publisher : Moon Travel
Page : 1292 pages
File Size : 42,44 MB
Release : 2022-10-04
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1640496572
From the world's busiest intersection to the most serene hot springs, modernity and tradition mingle in Japan. Experience the natural wonder and rich culture of a country unlike any other with Moon Japan. Inside you'll find: Flexible itineraries including a two week 'Best of Japan' and a week in and around Tokyo The top sights and unique experiences: Wander the shrines and temples of Ueno-koen park and stop in Tokyo National Museum for world-renowned Japanese art. Learn about samurai heritage in Sanmachi Suji or zazen meditation at the Buddhist temples of Kyoto, and get an unforgettable lesson in 20th century history at Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park Outdoor adventures: Hike the trails of Mt. Fuji or the river-filled valley of Kamikochi and relax in a communal onsen hot spring. Ski or snowboard at a world-class resort, surf in the Pacific off the coast of Shikoku, or dive along the coral reefs of Okinawa The best local flavors: Feast on ramen or an elaborate spread of sushi, sample fresh seafood at the world's largest fish market in Tokyo, and drink your way through the famed beer scene in Sapporo Honest insight from American expat and longtime Tokyo local Jonathan DeHart Full-color, vibrant photos throughout Detailed maps and useful tips for navigating public transportation Focused coverage of Tokyo, Mt. Fuji, Kanazawa, Kyoto, Kansai, Hiroshima and Miyajima, Okinawa, Tohoku and Hokkaido, Shikoku and Kyushu, and more Helpful resources on Covid-19 and traveling to Japan Thorough background information on the landscape, wildlife, history, government, and culture Handy tools including health and safety tips, customs and conduct, and information for LGBTQ, female, and senior travelers, as well as families and travelers with disabilities With Moon's practical advice and insider tips, you can experience the best of Japan. Just exploring the major cities? Check out Moon Tokyo, Kyoto & Hiroshima. About Moon Travel Guides: Moon was founded in 1973 to empower independent, active, and conscious travel. We prioritize local businesses, outdoor recreation, and traveling strategically and sustainably. Moon Travel Guides are written by local, expert authors with great stories to tell—and they can't wait to share their favorite places with you. For more inspiration, follow @moonguides on social media.
