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It is not necessary to wear or use all of these items, which can be obtained at many stores and temples along the pilgrimage route, at a minimum it is recommended that pilgrims wear a white vest at least so as to be recognized along the route. White Vest Hakue 白衣 are worn over over shirts or blouses, often white. Sedge Hats Sugegasa 菅笠 are helpful to keep the sun out of the eyes and to keep cool. Brocade Stoles Wagesa 輪袈裟 are symbolic of a full Buddhist robe and shows devotion. Staffs are also part of the gear but are meant to be left at the temple vestibule to avoid dirt.

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The Shikoku Pilgrimage
It is not necessary to wear or use all of these items, which can be obtained at many stores and temples along the pilgrimage route, at a minimum it is recommended that pilgrims wear a white vest at least so as to be recognized along the route. White Vest Hakue 白衣 are worn over over shirts or blouses, often white. Sedge Hats Sugegasa 菅笠 are helpful to keep the sun out of the eyes and to keep cool. Brocade Stoles Wagesa 輪袈裟 are symbolic of a full Buddhist robe and shows devotion. Staffs are also part of the gear but are meant to be left at the temple vestibule to avoid dirt.