a statue thought to have been carved by the Buddhist monk Kobo Daishi about 1,200 years ago. According to Sato, this Jizo is said to grant longevity and protect children, a belief that evolved into ...

Fresh eggs are placed in wire baskets and submerged ... a statue thought to have been carved by the Buddhist monk Kobo Daishi about 1,200 years ago. According to Sato, this Jizo is said to grant ...