SACRED MILES OF SHIKOKU: A Practical Guide for Walking the Henro Trail - Softcover

M. SLESSOR, MARY

Softcover

ISBN 13: 9798296815705

Publisher: Independently published, 2025

Synopsis

Discover Japan’s Most Spiritual Journey on Foot.
Sacred Miles of Shikoku: A Practical Guide for Walking the Henro Trail invites you on a deeply personal and practical pilgrimage across Shikoku Island’s sacred 88-temple route. Spanning over 1,400 kilometers, this revered journey has been walked by monks, wanderers, and seekers for over a thousand years.
Told in a vivid first-person narrative, this guide is more than a route map—it’s a story of transformation, challenge, and discovery. You’ll walk through cedar forests, coastal fishing towns, misty mountains, and bustling cities, all while connecting with the timeless wisdom of Kukai (Kōbō Daishi) and the warmth of the Japanese people.
Inside this guide, you’ll find:

• A day-by-day breakdown of the pilgrimage journey
• Cultural etiquette and temple rituals every pilgrim should know
• Advice on lodging, food, and gear selection
• Maps, route tips, and local insights
• Inspirational storytelling from the trail itself
• A complete appendix with Japanese phrases, packing lists, and accommodation options

Whether you’re planning to walk all 88 temples, take on a section, or are simply drawn to the spiritual heart of Japan, this book offers guidance, encouragement, and wisdom for the road ahead.
Walk with purpose. Walk with curiosity. Walk the sacred miles of Shikoku.

Edition details

• Publisher: Independently published
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 13: 9798296815705
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 81