Visit to a temple Method.
Nokyo charge
This acts as proof that you have visited each temple. Have it signed and stamped after worshipping at the temple. It will cost a little to have it stamped, so it is a good idea to have small change ready.
| red seal | Red seal, written in | |
|---|---|---|
| Nokyo-cho books | ￥200 | ￥300 |
| Hanging scroll | ￥200 | ￥300 |
|
White robe |
￥200 | ￥500 |
●ご本尊お姿 ￥200（white） ￥300（dark blue paper）
・November 1 - end of February 8:00 - 16:00
※30-minute break from 12:00 (throughout the year)
Pilgrimage Supplies
In ancient times, the pilgrims' attire was white.
They wore a white robe (oizuru), hand and leg kinzoku, white tabi socks and wan kesa, held a vajra cane and wore a suga hats.
Even today, many believers can be seen making the pilgrimage in such attire, but the Chichibu pilgrimage is to connect many people with the Kannon, so please feel free to visit the temple in your normal attire.
Pilgrimage supplies are also available at each local temple. In particular, a wide variety is available at No. 1 Shiｍabuji Temple and No. 13 Jigenji Temple.
The Nokyo-cho books, which are respectfully produced by the Chichibu Fudosho Federation, can be replaced, making them very convenient for group worshippers.
(There is also a sutra book with red seals already written in advance.)
Pilgrimage goods
The picture illustrates the tradional pilgrimage ouit, however it is not necessary to have everything. You may like to have just the nokyo-cho (accordion-style book for collecng stamps from Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines) and dress casually. However, if you have something that idenfies you as a pilgrim, such as a staff or white robe, the local people will recognize you and welcome you warmly. The items are available at some temples including Temples 1 and 13.
