The Flower Pilgrimages of Shikoku

Seasoning the Seasons

S14E04
April 21, 2025 28 min

Overview

A famous pilgrimage in Shikoku requires a journey through 88 sacred sites. The route is linked to Kukai, a monk who traveled through the region in the first half of the 9th century. Pilgrims walking the route in spring are greeted by an incredible show of flowers. This is the story of Shikoku's spring pilgrimages.

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