Hundreds of Jizo

15 August 2011 on Muza-chan's Gate to Japan Posted in: Culture & Traditions    

I have seen many places in Japan decorated with dozens or even hundreds of Jizo statues. As I wrote before, Jizo is one of the most loved deities in Japan, protector of children, expectant mothers, firemen and travelers. Perhaps...
 
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