SERVICES
Discover the services offered by Ohenro Gift Service.
On this page, you will find a full overview of what we provide, including the key features of each service and the differences between our plans.
If you are considering booking with us, this is the best place to start.
a truly authentic pilgrimage
Walk the Full Pilgrimage Route on Foot
We complete the pilgrimage in the traditional spirit of Kobo Daishi Kukai, traveling across Shikoku entirely on foot without using cars, trains, or any other form of transportation.
Walking the pilgrimage is not something everyone can do.
Covering roughly 1,200 to 1,400 kilometers is a long and demanding journey that requires significant time, stamina, and commitment.
For those who value an authentic pilgrimage experience, this is one of our most distinctive services.
but wanting to feel part of the pilgrimage
Take Part in the Pilgrimage from Home
During sutra chanting at each temple, you can turn on your speaker and chant along in real time.
Even from home, your voice can be offered to the temple’s Main Hall and Daishi Hall.
You can also enjoy online conversation and interaction during the morning and evening greetings throughout the pilgrimage.
* Participation details may vary depending on the number of participants.
like they are on the journey too
Live Streaming of the Entire Pilgrimage Route (Shareable with Family)
A signature service unique to Ohenro Gift Service: real-time streaming of the entire pilgrimage journey.
It is designed for those who cannot travel to Shikoku in person, but still want to share the experience in spirit.
The full route is streamed live and can also be shared with family members.
You can follow the journey as it unfolds and feel closely connected to every stage of the pilgrimage.
※ Live online video streaming will take place during Japan time (approximately 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM JST).
a genuine nokyocho stamp book
Receive a Truly Authentic Nokyocho
You will receive a truly authentic nokyocho stamp book, completed from beginning to end through an actual walking pilgrimage.
Many nokyocho books sold through proxy services, flea markets, or auction sites have not been earned through a real pilgrimage.
The nokyocho we provide is obtained only through a 100% walking pilgrimage and proper pilgrimage practice.
The sincerity and meaning behind it make it fundamentally different from ordinary alternatives.
respect and proper tradition
Temple Visits Performed with Proper Etiquette
Each temple visit is carried out according to the proper pilgrimage customs and order of worship.
While it is sometimes possible to receive a temple stamp without fully observing the pilgrimage rituals, Ohenro Gift Service visits every sacred temple in proper pilgrimage attire and with the correct respectful practices.
* Osamefuda slips and copied sutras prepared by you in advance will be respectfully offered on your behalf.
your questions, and current progress
Highlights, Commentary & Chat Support
We generally keep unnecessary conversation to a minimum during the pilgrimage itself, but when we arrive at temples or other key pilgrimage-related locations, we provide explanations and commentary.
We also accept questions by chat during the pilgrimage and respond throughout the journey.
* Chat replies are limited to a few times per day.
through local flavors too
Regional Souvenirs Delivered to You
You will receive one local gift shipment from each prefecture in Shikoku.
While specific souvenir requests cannot be accepted, we carefully select regional food or drink items and send them to you.
The Light Plan includes 2 deliveries, while the other plans include a total of 4.
※Import duties or customs fees may apply to souvenir shipments. If you prefer to avoid them, we will not send the souvenirs.
of the pilgrimage anytime
Video & Photo Sharing
(Viewable with Family)
All video recorded during the pilgrimage is archived and preserved, so even if you miss a live stream, you can watch it later.
Photos taken along the way, including landscapes and temples, are also uploaded to a shared folder, where they can be viewed or downloaded at any time.
through detailed reports
Pilgrimage Visit Report
(PDF Format)
A detailed report is created for each day of the pilgrimage.
You can review records such as the temple numbers visited, walking distance, route taken, and time required.
Sample reports can also be shown and explained during your free consultation.
begins and ends
Daily Progress Updates
(With Conversation)
We share pilgrimage progress online at the start of the day and again in the evening when the day’s walking is complete.
You can check the day’s route, weather, and overall progress, and there is also time for light conversation and simple questions.
*We will use a translation app during conversations.
current location in real time
Track the Journey by GPS
You can check the current location of the pilgrimage in real time using GPS.
By viewing the location and route on a map app, you can follow the journey from home and feel closer to its progress every step of the way.
cherished keepsakes to join the journey
Pilgrimage with Cherished Keepsakes
We can take a photograph or a small treasured item with us on the pilgrimage.
This service is especially meaningful for those who are unable to go themselves, or when the person in mind has already passed away and you want their memory to be part of the journey.
* Please consult with us in advance regarding size, quantity, or any item that requires special handling. We accept only what can be carried and stored safely.
online pilgrimage experience possible
Real-Time Conversation &
Shopping
This service is designed for those who want the most interactive and immersive online pilgrimage experience possible.
While watching live video from the route, you can talk with us in real time and ask us to purchase local specialties, souvenirs, or protective charms on your behalf.
It is a new kind of pilgrimage experience where you can say, “Can you show me that a little closer?” and feel involved through the screen.
Even online, it brings you closer to the spirit of traveling together.
* Available with the Premium Plan only.
* We will use a translation app during conversations.
through the pilgrimage
Message Reading at Each Temple
We can read aloud a message entrusted to us by the client during sutra chanting at each temple.
This allows you to offer a personal prayer or heartfelt intention in addition to the standard chanting.
* Available with the Premium Plan only.
All listed services are scheduled to be included. However, if there is anything you do not need, please let us know during your consultation in advance.
* Please note that removing individual services will not change the price.