You can now “talk” to this blog via AI.

In order to provide personalized experience and keep track of your conversation, Google login is required. This AI is powered by Google’s NotebookLM and is trained exclusively on the 200 articles of this blog. You can ask anything about the Shikoku Henro prigrimage, for example

• What should I pack for 1,200 km walk?
• Tell me about the different landscapes across the four prefectures.
• What was the most challenging mountain pass in the journey ?

About this AI’s Knowledge: This AI contains the complete 35-day journey of a 44-year-old pilgrim. From the spiritual rituals and architectural beauty of the 88 temples to the raw physical struggles—snowy trails, leg injuries, and the warmth of local Osettai hospitality. It’s not just a guide; it’s a living record of a transformative journey.

Language Support: You can ask questions in any language (English, Japanese, etc.). Even though the blog is written in English, the AI will understand your language and provide answers accordingly.

Launch AI Navigator. (Link to NotebookLM)