Viewing advice
Book shukubo temple lodgings ahead in spring. Accepting osettai gifts graciously is the etiquette. Stamp offices close at 5pm and pace the day.
The best time to attend The Shikoku 88-Temple Pilgrimage in 2027 is March to May 2027 (and October to November). Timing status: Dates not confirmed.
The 1,200-kilometer loop around Shikoku takes about six weeks walking or ten days by car, and every henro wears the same white vest either way, walking with Kobo Daishi, who is said to accompany each pilgrim: two traveling together. Spring is the classic season; autumn is the quiet one.
Where to experience it
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Cosmic events during this window
Cosmic events that peak while this season is on, so one trip could catch both. Meteor showers show the moon, since a dark sky is what makes them.
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Frequently asked questions
When is The Shikoku 88-Temple Pilgrimage 2027?
The Shikoku 88-Temple Pilgrimage 2027: March to May 2027 (and October to November).