A quiet, rewarding walking route that weaves through the hills, backstreets, and seaside scenery of historic Onomichi.

The Onomichi Seven Temples Pilgrimage is a quiet, rewarding walking route that weaves through the hills, backstreets, and seaside scenery of historic Onomichi.

This short 3-km pilgrimage connects seven Buddhist temples, offering a gentle introduction to the city’s deep spiritual and cultural heritage.

Unlike larger pilgrimages, the route is compact and easy to follow, making it ideal for casual visitors. The walk passes wooden houses, narrow stone steps, hillside paths, and viewpoints overlooking the Seto Inland Sea, revealing the nostalgic charm of Onomichi at a relaxed pace.

The temples are traditionally visited in the following order:

・ Jiko-ji Temple (Google Map)

・ Tennei-ji Temple (Google Map)

・ Senko-ji Temple (Google Map)

・ Taisan-ji Temple (Google Map)

・ Saikoku-ji Temple (Google Map)

・ Jodo-ji Temple (Google Map)

・ Kairyu-ji Temple (Google Map)

Visitors can collect stamps at each temple, adding a sense of purpose to the journey. More than a test of endurance, the Onomichi Seven Temples Pilgrimage is about reflection, discovery, and experiencing the spiritual heart of this atmospheric port town on foot.