Jūroku Rakan Iwa, Buddhist stone carvings in Yuza, Japan
The Jūroku Rakan Iwa features twenty-two Buddhist figures carved into volcanic rock formations along the coastline of Yamagata Prefecture.
A Buddhist monk created these stone carvings between 1864 and 1868, dedicating them to the local fishing community and their maritime traditions.
The monument includes depictions of the Sixteen Arhats, Shakyamuni, Manjusri, Fugen, Avalokitesvara, and the Sarira, representing significant Buddhist figures.
Visitors can attend the annual illumination ceremony in late July, when the stone carvings are lit up against the night sky.
The site earned recognition as one of Japan's 100 Fishing Village Heritage Sites, highlighting its importance to maritime cultural preservation.
Location: Yuza
GPS coordinates: 39.07333,139.86806
Latest update: March 7, 2025 00:40
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