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Once a Henro ... always a Henro

What is a Henro?

A Henro is a pilgrim, Or more precisely, a Henro is a pilgrim specific to Shikoku 88 the world's longest circular pilgrimage. It includes 88 official temples on Japan's 4th largest island where the Buddhist priest Kukai (Kobo Daishi) trained & taught in the 9th Century.

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When walked, the entire journey is over 1,300km long ... plenty of time to enjoy the abundant natural surroundings, mix with the local people, and reflect on life & love.

A Henro's motivation

may include:

  • Religious devotion or philosophical exploration

  • Honouring the memory of those who have passed

  • To spend time alone in reflection

  • To escape the relative atrophy of 'everyday life'

  • As a healing journey

How I became a Henro

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