Farming is a very important business in Shikoku. Citrus fruits are an important product. Shikoku is the home of the 88 TemplePilgrimage of theShingon sect ofBuddhism.
The name Shikoku literally means "four countries" in Japanese. Shikoku was made of four old "countries" or provinces that are now prefectures. In other words, each prefecture has a modern name and an old provincial name. The old names are still used sometimes, especially for foods, music, or art.
The88 Temple Pilgrimage is a famous but difficult 1,647-kilometer circle around the entire island. Seriouspilgrims may choose to complete the 88 Temple Circuit on foot. Other people uses buses.
