noun
small-scale Shikoku pilgrimage; mini 88-temple circuit
Refers to a local version of the 88-temple pilgrimage of Shikoku, found on islands such as Awaji or Shōdoshima. Used in cultural and travel contexts.
See also: 四国八十八箇所
淡路島には島四国と呼ばれる巡礼地がある。
On Awaji Island, there is a pilgrimage site called Shima-Shikoku.
小豆島の島四国は、四国八十八箇所を模した霊場だ。
The Shima-Shikoku on Shōdoshima is a sacred site modeled after the 88 temples of Shikoku.
Compound of 島 (island) and 四国 (Shikoku), referring to island-based versions of the Shikoku pilgrimage.