Ohenro Gift Service Is Now Open!
The world’s first service of its kind, Ohenro Gift Service, is now open!
This is a one-of-a-kind service that helps fulfill the wish of someone special who has always wanted to complete the Ohenro pilgrimage, but can no longer make the journey themselves.
Built around a true walking pilgrimage and authentic nokyo at each temple, Ohenro Gift Service helps you give the experience of the pilgrimage itself to a loved one or your family through live online streaming, detailed reports, and more.
For a limited time, all plans are available at approximately 20% OFF!
- Light Plan: $5,000 USD → $4,000 USD
- Standard Plan: $8,200 USD → $6,560 USD
- Premium Plan: $20,000 USD → $16,000 USD
If you have any questions or would like to learn more, please feel free to reach out using the forms below.
On this blog, we will also be sharing service updates, upcoming pilgrimage schedules, articles about the Ohenro tradition, and real stories from the journey itself.
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—– Below is a quick overview of Ohenro Gift Service —–
What if you could turn the wish to go on the Ohenro pilgrimage into a meaningful gift?
“Someday, I’d love to complete the Shikoku 88 Temple pilgrimage.”
It is a dream many people carry in their hearts at some point in life.
But the journey is long, stretching roughly 1,200 to 1,400 kilometers, and for many people it becomes something they have to give up because of time, physical strength, distance, or life circumstances.
Now imagine if that deeply held wish of someone you care about could be fulfilled as a truly special gift.
We help solve the heartbreak of “I want to go, but I can’t.”
Ohenro Gift Service was created to answer exactly that kind of need.
Does any of this sound familiar?
- You want to give someone special an unforgettable experience.
- Age or physical limitations make it difficult to walk such a long route.
- A busy work schedule makes it impossible to take extended time off.
- You cannot find a proxy service you truly trust.
What is Ohenro Gift Service, the experience you can give to someone you love?
Ohenro Gift Service is a new kind of offering that combines a proxy Shikoku pilgrimage with online live streaming.
It is not simply about walking in someone’s place. It is built around the idea of delivering the pilgrimage itself as a meaningful gift.
Most importantly, the entire 1,200+ kilometer journey is walked by just one person: Hajime, the founder and operator of the service.
From planning to pilgrimage to reporting, everything is handled consistently by Hajime alone, so that each request is carried with sincerity, one step at a time.
Join the journey from home in real time with our unique service features
One of the greatest strengths of Ohenro Gift Service is that even if you cannot travel to Shikoku yourself, you can still feel as though you are right there on the journey.
Live streaming of the entire pilgrimage route in real time
Even if you cannot be there in person, you can follow the entire pilgrimage live through real-time video.
The stream can also be shared with family members, allowing everyone to follow the journey together.
Even if the signal drops in mountain areas or other remote locations, recorded footage will be shared later so you will not miss the experience.
Track the current location anytime with GPS
Using a map app, you can check in real time where the guide is walking at that very moment.
It allows you to feel the progress of the journey and cheer from afar.
Join the pilgrimage by chanting sutras together
During sutra chanting at each temple, the speaker will be turned on so your own voice can be heard from home in the Main Hall and Daishi Hall.
Even from a distance, you can feel that you are truly taking part in the pilgrimage.
Receive a truly authentic nokyocho
At the end of the journey, you will receive a genuine nokyocho collected by walking to every temple, one step at a time, on your behalf.
It is a one-of-a-kind treasure filled with real meaning and heartfelt intention.
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Who is this service for? Real-life ways people use it
Ohenro Gift Service is designed to answer many different kinds of heartfelt wishes.
- For those who want to fulfill a loved one’s wish
It can be a meaningful gift for a parent who gave up on the pilgrimage because of age or physical limitations, or a memorable present for a milestone occasion such as a 60th birthday. - For those who want the pilgrimage performed in memory of someone who has passed away
You can use our Pilgrimage with Cherished Keepsakes option, where we carry a photo or treasured item of the deceased along the route.
It is a beautiful way to make the pilgrimage an offering of remembrance. (This service is available with the Standard Plan and above.) - For those who cannot travel to Shikoku but still want to follow the journey closely
With live video, GPS tracking, and chat support, it is perfect for anyone who wants to feel connected to the pilgrimage from home.
A simple guide to pricing and how the service works
If you are considering the service, here is a quick overview of our pricing plans and the application process.
Pricing Plans
You can choose from three plans depending on your needs.
- Light Plan: $5,000 USD
A great option for those who would like to begin with half of the pilgrimage (44 temples). (Available when there are at least 2 applicants.) - Standard Plan: $8,200 USD
Our most popular plan, covering all 88 temples in one complete pilgrimage. (Available when there are at least 2 applicants.) - Premium Plan: $20,000 USD
Our highest-tier plan, including all services plus a more custom, flexible experience with requests for route and walking pace.
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How It Works
From application to final delivery, the process follows these seven steps:
- Free Consultation
- Plan Recommendation & Quote
- Booking & Payment
- Schedule Confirmation & Final Check
- Equipment Setup
- Pilgrimage Begins
- Delivery After Completion
Turn “Someday” into something you can do now.
This is more than a simple proxy pilgrimage service.
It is a way to create an irreplaceable experience that helps you stay connected with someone important to you, and later look back and say, “I’m so glad I gave this pilgrimage as a gift.”
If this speaks to you at all, why not start with a free consultation and learn more?