# Henro Helper — Shikoku Pilgrimage Route Guide > Shikoku 88 Temples pilgrimage planner with GPS, route info, and custom itineraries. (iPhone/iPad app by JAMES RAYNALD DEVEAULT.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/henro-helper/id6474078257 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [JAMES RAYNALD DEVEAULT](https://appshunter.io/developer/1720582170) - Category: Travel, Navigation - Price: Free - Rating: 5.00/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 8 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 16.0 · 247 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2024-01-27 - Data updated: 2026-09-02 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/henro-helper/id6474078257/reviews.md ## What is Henro Helper? Henro Helper is packed with useful information and navigation tools to help you plan and complete the Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage in Japan. Use real-time GPS location and heading information to follow your preferred route. Routes are color-coded to show busy roads (red), quiet roads (black), easy trails (green), moderate trails (blue), and difficult trails (purple). OFFLINE MAPS A detailed standard map is included with the app and can be used without an internet connection. A topographic map is also available when connected to the internet. ROUTE INFORMATION Follow a highlighted route and Henro Helper automatically displays your remaining distance, remaining ascent, and estimated time remaining as you progress. WAYPOINTS Easily find temples, Bangai pilgrimage sites, points of interest, toilets, rest areas, convenience stores, accommodations, campgrounds, and much more. Many waypoints can be opened for additional information. PREMADE ITINERARIES Henro Helper includes daily walking itineraries for completing the pilgrimage, with different route options depending on how easy or challenging you want your day to be. Routes include distance, ascent, estimated walking time, and important notes to help you plan ahead. MEASURE AND CREATE YOUR OWN ROUTES Use the Measure tool to calculate the distance, ascent, and estimated time for your own route. Routes can be saved, allowing you to create and organize your own custom pilgrimage itinerary. Whether you are planning your pilgrimage from home or already walking in Shikoku, Henro Helper is designed to give you the navigation and route information you need along the way. ## Key features - Real-time GPS tracking - Color-coded route information - Distance and elevation gain data - Topographic map option - Waypoint information for temples and services - Daily walking itineraries - Custom route building ## Recent user reviews (8 of 8) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/henro-helper/id6474078257/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Must have *2026-05-10* I did the pilgrimage in 2025 camping and the app was useful for everything. Providing critical information regarding routes, places and temples. It has a ginormous amount of filters to tick for a variety of info to appear in your map. I greatly recommend it for anyone interested in the pilgrimage. ### 5/5 — The best *2026-04-02* I hiked the pilgrimage the first year this app was available and was lucky enough to use it from the very beginning alongside my guidebook. I still get a good feeling when I see the convenience store icon on the map which I occasionally open from time to time to remember my pilgrimage. Being able to choose amongst a couple of different routes for each day gave me confidence. I still used the guidebook and sometimes opened other maps on my phone, but Henro Helper was my constant companion and it was so reassuring to zoom in and make sure I was on the route in confusing areas. Love it! No notes! ### 5/5 — A new paradigm for pilgrims *2025-10-07* Thank you for this app! Sadly I only learned of this app while already on the henro michi. After discovering this app I rarely consulted the guide book. Next pilgrimage I will only use guidebook for planning from home. Using this app fully replaces need to carry that book, especially as there are so many presumably abandoned copies to be found in lodgings along the route for reference. Same for carrying Dunskas' hiking guide. Again, a book every pilgrim should own and study at home. But having this app made it unnecessary to carry the above mentioned books. Suggestions to make this even better: Please allow for other base maps and or satellite imagery. I found I had to keep other mapping applications open as reference. This is especially the case for mountainous sections of the Henro Michi in that it would be helpful to see the proposed path on a proper contour map. And how to contact the developer to report discrepancies and current conditions? The section between Tsukiyama jinja and Hotel Bellreaf is in a dangerous condition with some sections of the trail eroded away which required me to traverse near vertical wall using rock climbing technique. This section should be marked in purple and the level of danger advertised. Fortunately it is not on the regular henro michi and likely few people will use this route, but advance warning is in order. My next visit I will be sure to make notes at the pilgrim hut. Along with the Henro.org interactive map showing lodgings and other sites of interest these two digital guides made my pilgrimage from November and December 2024 much easier to negotiate. Arigato gozaimasu! October 2025: Thank you for the updates! Especially love the ability to use topo base map as well the addition of okunoin. I'm a sucker for an out of the way detour through mountains to find okunoin! ### 2/5 — 現在位置がずれている *2025-09-04, version 2.25.082* オフラインで歩き遍路のルートを示す極めてすぐれたアプリだったが、バージョンアップと端末の相性なのか、他の地図アプリでは正しい現在位置を示すのに、このアプリではかなりずれてしまっていて正直使い物にならない。とても残念 ### 5/5 — 完璧で不思議なアプリ *2025-05-28, version 1.25.057* 歩き遍路で大変重宝しました。 本当に非の打ち所がないくらいに歩き遍路に必要な情報が分かりやすく見れます。 こちらは英語による外国人向けのアプリであって、なぜ日本の文化であるお遍路で日本語で書かれた日本人向けの同じようなアプリが存在しないのか不思議でなりません。 外国人の感性だからこのようなアプリを開発できるのでしょうか？ 日本人で誰もこのようなアプリの開発に着手しないのは何だか悲しいですね。 日本人でも大変使いやすいアプリですごくオススメします。 ### 4/5 — A new paradigm for pilgrims *2025-02-14* Thank you for this app! Sadly I only learned of this app while already on the henro michi. After discovering this app I rarely consulted the guide book. Next pilgrimage I will only use guidebook for planning from home. Using this app fully replaces need to carry that book, especially as there are so many presumably abandoned copies to be found in lodgings along the route for reference. Same for carrying Dunskas' hiking guide. Again, a book every pilgrim should own and study at home. But having this app made it unnecessary to carry the above mentioned books. Suggestions to make this even better: Please allow for other base maps and or satellite imagery. I found I had to keep other mapping applications open as reference. This is especially the case for mountainous sections of the Henro Michi in that it would be helpful to see the proposed path on a proper contour map. And how to contact the developer to report discrepancies and current conditions? The section between Tsukiyama jinja and Hotel Bellreaf is in a dangerous condition with some sections of the trail eroded away which required me to traverse near vertical wall using rock climbing technique. This section should be marked in purple and the level of danger advertised. Fortunately it is not on the regular henro michi and likely few people will use this route, but advance warning is in order. My next visit I will be sure to make notes at the pilgrim hut. Along with the Henro.org interactive map showing lodgings and other sites of interest these two digital guides made my pilgrimage from November and December 2024 much easier to negotiate. Arigato gozaimasu! ### 5/5 — Itinerary!!!!😻😻😻 *2024-05-16* UPDATE: I used it on the pilgrimage and it was a great addition to the guidebook! It helped with everything: for finding accommodations, checking if you were on the path and planning your itinerary!!! I wish you could “pin” certain waypoints to default to “on”. I love that this is set up as itineraries giving you an example of how many temples to walk each day! It is clear, easy to read, and hopefully easy to use! ### 5/5 — Wonderful app for henro traveller *2024-04-21* It shown all useful information included the route, hostel, shop, toilet, etc. If you are planning to henro, you must have it. ## Frequently asked questions about Henro Helper ### What is Henro Helper? Henro Helper is a free travel application designed to assist pilgrims in planning and navigating the 88 Temples of Shikoku, Japan. It provides GPS tracking, detailed route information, and customizable itineraries. ### Is Henro Helper available on Android? Currently, Henro Helper is only supported on iPhone devices. Information regarding Android availability has not been provided. ### How does Henro Helper help with navigation? The app uses real-time GPS tracking and heading information to keep you on your preferred route. Routes are color-coded to indicate road types and difficulty levels, with distance and elevation gain data also available. ### Can I create my own routes with Henro Helper? Yes, Henro Helper includes a "measure" tool that allows you to measure routes for distance, elevation gain, and estimated time. You can also build and save your own custom routes and itineraries. ### What kind of waypoints does Henro Helper offer? Henro Helper provides easy-to-read waypoints for temples, points of interest, toilets, rest areas, convenience stores, accommodations, and campgrounds. Many waypoints are clickable for more detailed information. ### How often is Henro Helper updated? The latest version of Henro Helper is 2.26.021, last updated on February 28, 2026. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing development and support. ### What is the age rating for Henro Helper? Henro Helper has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. This rating suggests content is generally appropriate for children. ### Does Henro Helper have ads? No, Henro Helper does not contain advertisements. The application is free to use without any ad interruptions. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 2.29.093 — 2026-09-02 Added new localizations. ### 2.29.091 — 2026-08-31 6 new language choices. Added an offline map. Added Distance Remaining, Ascent Remaining and Time Remaining information. Added Bangai pilgrimage places waypoints. App now runs much more smoothly and efficiently. ### 2.26.050 — 2026-04-27 Updated information. ### 2.26.040 — 2026-04-04 Updated information. ### 2.26.021 — 2026-02-28 Updated information. ## Apps similar to Henro Helper | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Ohenro 88](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ohenro-88/id6677016397) | 5.0 (3) | Free | Travel | | [Camp & Travel Japan](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/camp-and-travel-japan/id1502178249) | — | Free | Travel | | [Ohenro](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ohenro/id668416835) | — | Free | Travel | | [SloWays](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sloways/id1373265235) | 5.0 (1) | Free | Travel | | [Wise Pilgrim Via Podiensis](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wise-pilgrim-via-podiensis/id1567381172) | 5.0 (11) | Free | Travel | | [Wise Pilgrim Invierno](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wise-pilgrim-invierno/id1373125118) | 5.0 (3) | Free | Travel | ## Related topics [shikoku](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/shikoku) · [hokuso 4 cities](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/hokuso-4-cities) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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