2nd time, April 6, Reiwa 7(sun)Report on the 33 pilgrimage (walking) experience of Ise West Country

Report on the 2nd Ise Saikoku 33 Pilgrimage (Walking) Experience
"Public Relations Activities for the Registration of Japan Heritage (Agency for Cultural Affairs) and for the Promotion of Mental Health and Development of Mental Health and Welfare"

April 6 Cloudy. There were a total of 19 participants.

This time, we gathered at 10:30 and arrived at Maruten → departing from Taieji Temple (toilet and simple break). → arrived at Matsuo Kannonji Temple after 15:30 and everything was over after 16 o'clock. Pilgrimage on foot to Ichiban Taieji Temple ~ No. 3 Matsuo Kannonji Temple(Except for No. 2)Futami Kotama Shrine (Couple Rock) → Mishioden Shrine→ Mishiohama → Kanuma Shrine→ Matsuo Kannonji Temple.

・Before the pilgrimage, Mr. Tada, the head of the Mie Prefecture Walking Association Extension Guidance Department (a member of the secretariat), told me about the points to be careful when walking, and I also gave you guidance such as stretching.
・(Yes)Wellnet 21 (secretariat, guide on the day) I picked up garbage on the roadside while being guided by Mr. Iya (secretary-general).






I prayed for safety at the main hall of Taieji Temple and worked with everyone.


The abbot of Taieji Temple, Mizan Nagata, talked about Shinto Buddhist practice and Ise Saigoku.


From Taieji Temple official monk Kenji Hoshino, we asked everyone to look at the face of Kannon standing in front of Matsuo Kannonji Temple, and to remember how the expression on his face after arriving on foot, how it has changed, and to remember the expression he just saw and take a closer look when he arrives. In addition, we opened the Senju Kannon of the main statue of Taieji Temple and the secret Buddha of important cultural properties.


Before leaving, I took a group photo in front of the main hall of Taieji Temple.



Mr. Tada, the general manager of the Mie Prefecture Walking Association Extension Guidance Department (a member of the secretariat), explained the points to be careful when walking and instructed the preparatory exercise.


Passing through the temple gate of Taieji Temple


Guide from Secretary General Iya at Futami Kotama Shrine


Passing through Futami Kotama Shrine





2. There was an explanation from Secretary General Iya about the future of Somin.


Guide from Secretary General Iya at Mishioden Shrine


Interview with participants by ZTV Ise Broadcasting Station at Mishioden Shrine


Passing through Mishiohama




2. Passing sideways through the Isuzu River



I took a simple break at Maruten.


I am explaining the garbage pick-up on the pilgrimage road that I walk with everyone.


I am walking with you while picking up garbage on the pilgrimage road.


I had you make a vow at Matsuo Kannonji Temple.


In the main hall of Matsuo Kannonji Temple, the abbot Takasei Kizoku gave a Dharma talk.


We held a presentation ceremony for the signature book for the Japan heritage of the 33 Kannon sacred sites in Ise Saikoku (Agency for Cultural Affairs).
We presented a signature book from Kenji Hoshino, an official monk of Taieji Temple, to Mr. Takasei Kizo, the chief priest of Matsuo Kannonji Temple of the Sacred Field Association Secretariat. (It was recorded at Taieji Temple.) )


Group photo in front of the main hall of Matsuo Kannonji Temple.

After the event, we received a call from a participant saying, "It was fun." In addition, I was allowed to cover the Chugai Daily (newspaper) on behalf of the newspaper. Please check each of the plans.
In the 7th year of Reiwa, around the fall, JR and Kintetsu jointly held the Ise Saikoku Pilgrimage Walk, so preparations are underway. We will introduce you when the date and route are confirmed. In addition, we are considering the third pilgrimage (walking) of Ise Saikoku (Walking) sponsored by Taieji Temple (with tourist guide) in Reiwa 8.


Gassho Editor "Ise Saikoku Pilgrimage (Walking) Experience, Founder Kenji Hoshino (Mental Health Worker)"
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