北向地蔵

The Ksitigarbha statue stands at the center of a stone platform, featuring the traditional representation of a Buddhist monk holding a staff and a jewel.

During the Edo period, this Ksitigarbha statue became a key religious site where local residents sought protection for children and guidance for departed souls.

The statue receives daily offerings of flowers, incense, and small toys, reflecting Japanese Buddhist practices of seeking blessings and protection for young ones.

The statue is accessible through multiple train stations in Kita-ku, with dedicated prayer spaces and offering areas maintained by local caretakers.

Local residents maintain a collection of documented cases where children's items left at the statue have influenced positive outcomes in their academic pursuits.

Location: Kita-ku

GPS coordinates: 34.70478,135.49803

Latest update: March 4, 2025 00:56