Ohenro: Shikoku Pilgrimage

About

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.