Ohenro is the ultimate companion app for the Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage (四国八十八ヶ所), one of the world's most iconic spiritual journeys
Ohenro is the ultimate companion app for the Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage (四国八十八ヶ所), one of the world's most iconic spiritual journeys.
Whether you're a first-time pilgrim or a seasoned henro, Ohenro guides you every step of the 1,200 km path.
PLAN YOUR PILGRIMAGE
- Auto-generate a day-by-day itinerary based on your pace, travel mode, and start date
- Fine-tune each day's schedule with drag-and-drop temple ordering, rest stops, and lunch breaks
- Choose forward (1→88) or reverse (88→1) routes
- Manage multiple journey plans for sectional pilgrimages
NAVIGATE WITH CONFIDENCE
- Offline map of Shikoku — no signal required in the mountains
- All 88 temples plotted with visited/unvisited status
- Overlay layers: lodging, hot springs, gourmet spots, scenic viewpoints, and hazard warnings
- Live GPS tracking of your position
TRACK YOUR PROGRESS
- Check in at each temple with notes and timestamps
- Keep a photo journal with mood tracking
- Nokyo stamp book tracker for all 88 temples
- Earn 24 achievement badges for milestones and streaks
- View detailed statistics: distance, elevation, streaks, and prefecture breakdown
DISCOVER ALONG THE WAY
- 700+ lodging options: ryokan, minshuku, temple stays, guesthouses, and campsites with prices and amenities
- Curated gourmet spots recommended by fellow pilgrims
- Hot springs and onsen near the trail
- 88 scenic viewpoints across Shikoku
STAY SAFE
- Emergency SOS card with your medical info, shareable with GPS coordinates
- One-tap access to police (110) and ambulance (119)
- Nearest hospital and police station finder
- Morning health check with wellness score and route recommendations
- Daily worship step-by-step checklist
LEARN THE CULTURE
- First-time pilgrim guide: equipment, worship rituals, etiquette, and safety
- Japanese phrasebook with text-to-speech pronunciation
- Temple history, founding legends, and Buddhist context for all 88 temples
- Cultural glossary and etiquette guide
WORKS OFFLINE
Maps, temple data, your journey plan, check-in history, phrasebook, and pilgrim guide all work without an internet connection — essential for remote
mountain trails.
6 LANGUAGES
English, Japanese, Korean, Chinese (Simplified), French, and German.