今年到日本走四國遍路,恰巧遇上三年一度的瀨戶內國際藝術祭,說什麼都不想錯過登島朝聖的機會!
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From Temple No. 66, Unpen-ji, to Temple No. 88, Ōkubo-ji, there are 23 temples located within Kagawa Prefecture. As the final leg of the Shikoku Pilgrimage, Kagawa symbolizes the journey of a pilgrim who, after enduring hardships and overcoming inner struggles, finally reaches a state of spiritual freedom, fulfillment, and peace.
The Taiwan International Balloon Festival is set to kick off on July 5! While the festival mainly offers tethered balloon rides—where the balloon is secured with ropes for controlled ascents and descents—I was craving something more thrilling and free. So this time, I challenged myself to paragliding, and let me tell you—it was totally worth it!
Although it's not a typical tourist attraction and is somewhat remote, Shinyuan Township has a charm that keeps drawing me back. On one side, there’s the local legend of a mischievous carp spirit; on the other, the divine miracle of Mazu controlling the waters. These captivating stories, quietly brewing in the depths of this land, have become my reason for returning time and time again.
