The Chichibu 34 Kannon Pilgrimage (Chichibu Sanjūyon Kannon Reijō) is one of the most representative Kannon pilgrimage routes in the Kantō region, consisting of thirty-four sacred temples scattered across the Chichibu area of Saitama Prefecture.

The total route is generally said to be around 100 km, and thanks to its convenient access from the greater Tokyo area, it is often introduced as an “ideal pilgrimage for beginners” that can be completed in a relatively short period of time.

A nōkyō-jiku is a scroll that records a Japanese temple pilgrimage with vermilion seals (shuin) and calligraphy collected at each temple. It is often mounted as a kakejiku after the pilgrimage so it can be displayed and preserved.

In this case, we received a request from a customer living in Tokyo who wished to have their nōkyō-jiku from the Chichibu 34 Kannon Pilgrimage professionally mounted as a kakejiku.

Consultation Details

The customer had completed the pilgrimage and wanted to transform the finished nōkyō-jiku as a format that could be properly hung and displayed.

The customer also noted that there was a small area with a few ink splatters and asked whether it would be a concern.

Based on the photos we received, the ink splatters appeared minor.

We explained that, in our professional view, they would likely become much less noticeable once the piece was mounted as a full kakejiku, and that proceeding with the mounting in its current condition should not be a problem.

The customer agreed and sent the nōkyō-jiku to our shop.

Discussing the Mounting Specifications and the Production Process

After the nōkyō-jiku arrived, we confirmed the mounting specifications with the customer.

For this project, the customer asked us to select the mounting fabrics on their behalf. Drawing on our experience, we chose a combination of fabrics that would best complement the work and create a calm, dignified overall impression.

The mounting process generally proceeds as follows.

First, we apply a fixing treatment to help prevent the ink and vermilion seals from bleeding.

We then reinforce the work with backing papers to ensure the strength and stability required for a hanging scroll.

Next, we plan the fabric layout, cut the textiles, and assemble each section in sequence to shape the final composition.

Finally, we attach the roller rod and the hanging cord to complete the kakejiku.

Condition After Completion: A Calm, Dignified Kakejiku

This is the completed kakejiku mounted from the customer’s Chichibu nōkyō-jiku.

Once finished as a hanging scroll, the small ink splatters the customer had been concerned about became barely noticeable within the overall composition.

After we shared photos of the finished piece, the customer kindly told us. “The result is chic and luxurious, and the colors match the Kannon’s robe beautifully.”

Customer Feedback: “Impressive Weight and Presence, More Beautiful Than I Imagined”

After the scroll arrived safely, the customer also shared the following comment. “The actual scroll has a sense of weight and presence, and the result was more beautiful than I imagined.”

The customer further mentioned that, in the future, he would like to consult us again after completing other pilgrimages such as Saigoku, Bandō, or Shikoku.

We consider it a great honor to help our customers preserve their pilgrimage milestones by mounting these precious records as kakejiku that can be displayed with pride in everyday life.

Summary: Please Feel Free to Consult Us About Mounting Your Nōkyō-jiku as a Kakejiku

We accept inquiries from customers who live far away as well. If you would like to have a nōkyō-jiku mounted as a kakejiku, we will confirm the condition and your preferences and then propose the most suitable mounting specifications. Please feel free to contact us anytime.