What a great documentary this is! It really summarizes the experience so well. Thank you for your openness to Buddhism & the people of Japan & your sense if adventure 🙏🏻
Beautiful to watch again... I remember watching your video for the first time, which actually was before I was about to embark on the path of the 88 Temples last year. A mind-blowing experience which will stay with me my whole life, as I know Kobo Daishi will stay and continue to walk with me for the ultimate pilgrimage called Life. I took me 44 days to completely walk the complete 88 Temples, of which I'm beyond grateful. Shikoku's Nature is truly breathtaking and the warmth and hospitality of Shikoku's people can still bring a tear of joy to my eyes. To walk the Path is quite the endeavour, yet is something I can only encourage to do so. If you're reading this and are considering to go; don't think and just do it. No need to overthink or plan too much, it will show itself. And...the younger you are, the better! Sometimes I feel a pilgrimage is considered for an older demographic. Which then keeps a certain image in place, as a younger audience only sees the older group doing such things, therefore thinking it's not for them. I deeply believe this is a false image and am convinced the younger you are, the better. Having the physical strength to embark on such adventure, and to have a complete life ahead of you, in which the lessons of walking Shikoku's 88 Temples will become cornerstones of wisdom and reflection. I am 41 as this moment, and still very young compared to most pilgrims, but I can only imagine how much this pilgrimage will benefit your life if you decide to walk Shikoku when, for example, you're around 18 years old. Marking it an initiatory transition of walking into your life as an adult. Thanks again Gian for your video, as re-watching it closed the loop for me.
Thank you so much for sharing your incredible experience and kind words about my video! It’s deeply inspiring to hear how the path of the 88 Temples and Kobo Daishi have left such a profound mark on your life. Completing the pilgrimage in 44 days is an incredible achievement, and your reflections on Shikoku’s breathtaking nature, the warmth of its people, and the life lessons you gained are truly moving. I completely agree that the pilgrimage has something to offer to everyone, regardless of age, and your perspective on encouraging younger people to embark on such journeys is eye-opening. Starting early and carrying the lessons forward through life makes so much sense. Your story reinforce the notion of the power of pilgrimage, any pilgrimage, like The Camino de Santiago, -not just as a physical journey but as a trans formative life experience. I’m honored that my video could play a small part in your journey and bring you full circle. Wishing you continued wisdom and joy as you walk the ultimate pilgrimage of life!
Dear Mr. Ceccato, This truly is a marvelous account of your experience in Shikoku. I have lived here in Shikoku since 2007 and have experienced the Shikoku Pilgrimage myself. You have very nicely encapsulated the experience of walking the path beautifully, honestly, and with artistry and style. Thank you very much for producing this. At this time, my wife and I work as the Concierge for Tourism Shikoku. If you do not mind, I will refer to your great work for those who contact us expressing interest in the life-changing experience that is the Shikou Pilgrimage.
Wonderful -- truly wonderful! Thank you so much for sharing this. Your emotional connection to the experience is perfectly expressed in this film with an excellent melding of images, words, and music.
Thank you Don. I appreciate very much you've taken the time to give me feedback. Words of encouragement like that make it all the more worthwhile the investment.
@@digigian I'm most impressed by your humility and honesty in how you present yourself. The act of making a pilgrimage is a spiritual adventure, and you have fully entered into this spirit. I am also very impressed with your editing. I have used the same approach in my own videos about the pilgrimage, but you have succeeded much better than I have. Please let me know if you ever come to Japan again. I would enjoy walking with you. (I live in Tokushima City).
What a wonderful and beautiful video - thank you, Gian. I am about to understand my own pilgrimage. This video has given me much faith. Bless you and your family .
thank you Gian, its one of my wish to take this pilgrimage route and i will make an effort soon once Japan is open up again when the covid was over, I was in nepal when for two weeks before the covid started and I am supposed to make plan to do this pilgrimage in 2020 but I am sure the day will come.
Dear Gian - thank you very much for sharing this wonderful film. I feel the spirit of shikoku and it further confirms me to go this pilgrimage route. Thank you. May your film bring joy to many people and accompany them on their way to enlightment.
Dear Paul, thank you. Perhaps, you should consider taking the Camino De Santiago too. The pilgrimage is powerful in awakening and strengthening the higher self.
brief summary religious walks are common in certian cultures and religions, for example, the catholic camino de santiago in spain. the 88 temples is a walk done in shikuko in japan. it is a spiritual walk through which pilgrims experience a deeper conection with themselves and the buddist principles. it is a beautiful practice that inherently follows principles in japanese minimalism, such as a connection with nature and a reduction of material possessions. on the walk, you can take only what is necessary, and must have a humble disposition to complete it. it was beautiful to me how many pilgrims found value not just in the walk, but in shikoku natives who were kind to the pilgrims. for instance, the family that invited the traveler in for some tea. pilgrims are surrounded by the very people they wish to become. as a future goal of mine, i would love to complete the walk of the 88 temples.
Such a lovely watching watching this - as myself walking on a regular basis on Caminos in Spain, Shikoku 88 is a most wanted path to walk. The nature is stunning the strenopus task is tempting and luring, people are nice, what is not to like, except the lang haul flight...Thank you for making the decision easier... In frame 44:52 you have a roll of duct tape strapped to your pact, and I thought, what an unusual implement for walking this is. Is that for wrapping up your backpack for the flight !?
No, the tape was not for wrapping up the backpack. By applying a piece of tape on the sensitive area of your feet, prevents formation of a blister. Best wishes.
A truly inspirational video on your pilgrimage. Would love to be able to contact you to ask some questions and understand your travel, accommodation experience etc
Did I understand correctly - that you did the entire 88 temple pilgramage in 21 days? I thought the average was 45 - 55 days? How is it possible to do it in 21 days?
You are correct. I think it would require double the amount of time it took me to walk the entire pilgrimage route and visit all 88 temples on foot. I was able to tour 66 temples out of 88. I got to them by walking, taking the train, and sometimes driving.
Lovely job. This is my dream someday. Thank you for sharing.
What a great documentary this is! It really summarizes the experience so well.
Thank you for your openness to Buddhism & the people of Japan & your sense if adventure 🙏🏻
Beautiful to watch again...
I remember watching your video for the first time, which actually was before I was about to embark on the path of the 88 Temples last year. A mind-blowing experience which will stay with me my whole life, as I know Kobo Daishi will stay and continue to walk with me for the ultimate pilgrimage called Life.
I took me 44 days to completely walk the complete 88 Temples, of which I'm beyond grateful. Shikoku's Nature is truly breathtaking and the warmth and hospitality of Shikoku's people can still bring a tear of joy to my eyes.
To walk the Path is quite the endeavour, yet is something I can only encourage to do so. If you're reading this and are considering to go; don't think and just do it. No need to overthink or plan too much, it will show itself.
And...the younger you are, the better!
Sometimes I feel a pilgrimage is considered for an older demographic. Which then keeps a certain image in place, as a younger audience only sees the older group doing such things, therefore thinking it's not for them. I deeply believe this is a false image and am convinced the younger you are, the better. Having the physical strength to embark on such adventure, and to have a complete life ahead of you, in which the lessons of walking Shikoku's 88 Temples will become cornerstones of wisdom and reflection.
I am 41 as this moment, and still very young compared to most pilgrims, but I can only imagine how much this pilgrimage will benefit your life if you decide to walk Shikoku when, for example, you're around 18 years old. Marking it an initiatory transition of walking into your life as an adult.
Thanks again Gian for your video, as re-watching it closed the loop for me.
Thank you so much for sharing your incredible experience and kind words about my video! It’s deeply inspiring to hear how the path of the 88 Temples and Kobo Daishi have left such a profound mark on your life. Completing the pilgrimage in 44 days is an incredible achievement, and your reflections on Shikoku’s breathtaking nature, the warmth of its people, and the life lessons you gained are truly moving. I completely agree that the pilgrimage has something to offer to everyone, regardless of age, and your perspective on encouraging younger people to embark on such journeys is eye-opening. Starting early and carrying the lessons forward through life makes so much sense.
Your story reinforce the notion of the power of pilgrimage, any pilgrimage, like The Camino de Santiago, -not just as a physical journey but as a trans formative life experience. I’m honored that my video could play a small part in your journey and bring you full circle. Wishing you continued wisdom and joy as you walk the ultimate pilgrimage of life!
Found your trip inspirational. Wish you good health
Dear Mr. Ceccato, This truly is a marvelous account of your experience in Shikoku. I have lived here in Shikoku since 2007 and have experienced the Shikoku Pilgrimage myself. You have very nicely encapsulated the experience of walking the path beautifully, honestly, and with artistry and style. Thank you very much for producing this. At this time, my wife and I work as the Concierge for Tourism Shikoku. If you do not mind, I will refer to your great work for those who contact us expressing interest in the life-changing experience that is the Shikou Pilgrimage.
Thank you so much for your kind words. You brightened my day! Of course, you are free to refer to the video with your contacts.
Wonderful -- truly wonderful! Thank you so much for sharing this. Your emotional connection to the experience is perfectly expressed in this film with an excellent melding of images, words, and music.
Thank you Don. I appreciate very much you've taken the time to give me feedback. Words of encouragement like that make it all the more worthwhile the investment.
@@digigian I'm most impressed by your humility and honesty in how you present yourself. The act of making a pilgrimage is a spiritual adventure, and you have fully entered into this spirit. I am also very impressed with your editing. I have used the same approach in my own videos about the pilgrimage, but you have succeeded much better than I have. Please let me know if you ever come to Japan again. I would enjoy walking with you. (I live in Tokushima City).
@@JustWalkJapan You're very kind Don! It's very unlikely I will get the chance of returning to Japan, although I would love it.
Thank you for sharing such a beautiful and inspirational journey. 🙏
What a wonderful and beautiful video - thank you, Gian. I am about to understand my own pilgrimage. This video has given me much faith. Bless you and your family .
Thank you for taking us on your wonderful journey. Your video is a master piece that really pulls the viewer in and on our own inner journey.
Thank you Jeff, you're very kind. I much appreciate you're letting me know you like it.
Very touching and inspiring, thank you for sharing!
our spritual journey lies within the souls of our feet which leads us on the steps of righteousness
thank you Gian, its one of my wish to take this pilgrimage route and i will make an effort soon once Japan is open up again when the covid was over, I was in nepal when for two weeks before the covid started and I am supposed to make plan to do this pilgrimage in 2020 but I am sure the day will come.
It sounds like you'll do it for sure. All the best.
A must see video!
Dear Gian - thank you very much for sharing this wonderful film. I feel the spirit of shikoku and it further confirms me to go this pilgrimage route. Thank you. May your film bring joy to many people and accompany them on their way to enlightment.
Dear Paul, thank you. Perhaps, you should consider taking the Camino De Santiago too. The pilgrimage is powerful in awakening and strengthening the higher self.
Excellent video, Gian! I walked the henro too (April/May 2017.)
Did you go to this place too?
brief summary
religious walks are common in certian cultures and religions, for example, the catholic camino de santiago in spain. the 88 temples is a walk done in shikuko in japan. it is a spiritual walk through which pilgrims experience a deeper conection with themselves and the buddist principles.
it is a beautiful practice that inherently follows principles in japanese minimalism, such as a connection with nature and a reduction of material possessions. on the walk, you can take only what is necessary, and must have a humble disposition to complete it. it was beautiful to me how many pilgrims found value not just in the walk, but in shikoku natives who were kind to the pilgrims. for instance, the family that invited the traveler in for some tea. pilgrims are surrounded by the very people they wish to become. as a future goal of mine, i would love to complete the walk of the 88 temples.
So beautiful
Thank you for your voice. This is a good introduction to Shikoku but it is your voice, like Feodor Chaliapin's, that holds me.
Lovely!
Such a lovely watching watching this - as myself walking on a regular basis on Caminos in Spain, Shikoku 88 is a most wanted path to walk. The nature is stunning the strenopus task is tempting and luring, people are nice, what is not to like, except the lang haul flight...Thank you for making the decision easier...
In frame 44:52 you have a roll of duct tape strapped to your pact, and I thought, what an unusual implement for walking this is. Is that for wrapping up your backpack for the flight !?
No, the tape was not for wrapping up the backpack. By applying a piece of tape on the sensitive area of your feet, prevents formation of a blister. Best wishes.
@@digigian oh I see, I use K-tape......thnx
A truly inspirational video on your pilgrimage. Would love to be able to contact you to ask some questions and understand your travel, accommodation experience etc
Did I understand correctly - that you did the entire 88 temple pilgramage in 21 days? I thought the average was 45 - 55 days? How is it possible to do it in 21 days?
You are correct. I think it would require double the amount of time it took me to walk the entire pilgrimage route and visit all 88 temples on foot. I was able to tour 66 temples out of 88. I got to them by walking, taking the train, and sometimes driving.
Can i watch this other than amc?
12:00 sounds like the Song of Storms from Legend of Zelda.
Can we get the book for prayers in English? Just having these explanations were so interesting.
I’ll ask David Moreton (the professor in the film) and get back to you.
Don't need to be any religion.
But you might back to be yourself through Shikoku pilgrim.
God bless you
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