First Temple of the Shikoku 88 temple pilgrimage, Ryozen-ji

Known as "Ichiban-san," this is the starting point of the 88 temple pilgrimage in Shikoku, which follows the path of the legendary monk, Kobo Daishi. It is a popular route, and you can see pilgrims dressed in white all year round.

【TEL】 088-689-1111
【Business hours】 Reception hours 7:00 - 17:00
【Access】
・30 min by car on Kobe Awaji Naruto Motorway from "Naruto-kita IC"
・5 min by car on Koumatsu Motorway from "Itano IC"
・10 min walk from JR Bandou Station
・25 min by car from Tokushima Awaodori Airport
【Address】 Tsukahana-126 Oasacho Bando, Naruto

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