In March 2026, I will be undertaking a 1,200 km pilgrimage on the Japanese island of Shikoku. Following in the footsteps of the Buddhist monk Kōbō Daishi, I will visit the 88 sacred temples of the Shikoku Henro.

This blog exists to document both my preparation and the journey itself. It is mainly meant as a reminder and encouragement to persevere — and for family and friends who want to follow along. But I genuinely hope it may also inspire anyone interested in attempting a similar challenge.