[Tour Overview]

Goishizan, the 2nd temple of the Shodoshima Pilgrimage, is a scenic mountain sanctuary that embodies the essence of a sacred mountain site. At the main hall, Hououku (Phoenix Cave), where the principal deity Namikiri Fudō Myōō is enshrined, a Goma Prayer Ritual is conducted daily. The flickering flames of the Goma fire and the echoing chants of sutras create a mystical atmosphere, transporting visitors to a spiritual realm far removed from the mundane world.

From the temple path, visitors can enjoy breathtaking views of Uchiumi Bay and the Harima-nada Sea, offering one of the most beautiful panoramic views in the Seto Inland Sea. The magnificent scenery is sure to relieve the fatigue of your pilgrimage.

Led by the temple's chief priest, this tour provides an opportunity to learn about the history and culture of the Shodoshima pilgrimage and appreciate the stunning landscape of Uchiumi Bay and Tanoura Peninsula. You will also experience a Goma Prayer Ritual within the natural cave, gaining insight into a unique spiritual practice.

[Tour Details]

Date and time: Available from May 2025　 Every Monday to Saturday in the morning

(Please check the detailed calendar for exact dates.)
(Note: The schedule from July onward is still being adjusted.)

Fee: 6,600 yen (tax included)

What is included in the price (guide fee, Goma prayer experience fee, travel accident insurance, consumption tax)

* The “Pilgrimage Goods (3-piece set of white costume, ring bow, and kongo cane) rental” can be purchased as an option (fee: 1,100 yen, tax included).

Capacity: 6 participants (Minimum 2 participants required to operate the tour)

• If the total number of participants is less than 2, the tour may be canceled.

• For groups of 7 or more, please contact us using the information below.

Tour conductor: There will be no tour conductor. The temple's chief priest will serve as your guide.

Meal conditions: No meals included

[Recommended points nearby]

1) Shodoshima Sake Brewery
The only sake brewery on Shodoshima, Shodoshima Sake Brewery, has transformed a 70-year-old former tsukudani (preserved food) factory into a charming café. Here, you can enjoy dishes made with local Shodoshima ingredients, enhanced with sake or sake lees.

Shodoshima Sake Brewery Official Homepage 

2) Strolling in the "Hishio-no-Sato" (Soy Sauce Village) Area

With over 400 years of history, soy sauce production is a traditional industry of Shodoshima. At its peak during the Meiji era, there were around 400 soy sauce breweries. Today, more than 20 breweries and tsukudani factories remain in the "Hishio-no-Sato" area, preserving traditional production methods. As you stroll through the village, the rich aroma of soy sauce will greet you along the way.

3) Marukin Soy Sauce Museum

This museum, converted from a soy sauce factory that operated since the Taisho era, offers an easy-to-understand presentation of the soy sauce-making process, from raw ingredients to the final product. Be sure to try the famous "Soy Sauce Soft Serve Ice Cream," a unique Shodoshima specialty, available only here.

Marukin Soy Sauce Museum Official Homepage 

4) Yamaroku Soy Sauce

On Shodoshima Island, many breweries still produce soy sauce using traditional methods with wooden barrels. Among them, Yamaroku Soy Sauce stands out for its dedication to using only wooden barrel fermentation. They also offer visitors a chance to tour their brewery. At the adjoining Yamaroku Chaya, you can enjoy desserts and sweets featuring soy sauce.

Yamaroku Soy Sauce Official Homepage 

5) Georges Gallery and Shodoshima Contemporary Art Museum

Opened in 2019 in Hishio-no-Sato, the "Georges Gallery + Kohira Café" is a space that blends contemporary art with traditional surroundings. The gallery, curated by Jun Ishii, breathes new life into the home of his grandparents, in collaboration with the French photographer Georges Rousse. Experience the serene beauty of Shodoshima's multi-generational heritage through art and enjoy a relaxing moment in this unique setting.

Georges Gallery website 

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Travel planning and implementation: Shodoshima Tourism Association

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1896-1 Nishimurako, Shodoshima-cho, Shozu-gun, Kagawa-ken

TEL: 0879-82-1775 (weekdays 9:00-17:00)

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