Kubikiri Jizō, Stone Buddha statue and wayside shrine in Byakugojicho, Nara, Japan.
Kubikiri Jizō is a stone-carved Buddha figure standing about 1.8 meters tall along a wayside path in Byakugojicho. The sculpture shows the careful craftsmanship typical of traditional Buddhist stone carvings in Japan.
The stone figure was erected during the Kamakura period and served as a spiritual marker for travelers on Mount Kasuga. Over time, a particular reputation developed that became linked to the work's name.
The statue depicts Jizō, a venerated bodhisattva in Japanese Buddhism to whom travelers and pilgrims still leave offerings today. Visitors leave small prayers and donations, showing how alive this spiritual practice remains in the present.
The work is located at an easily accessible spot in Byakugojicho and can be visited at any time of day. Local tourism offices can provide information about the exact location.
The name refers to a specific story connected with traveler protection that remains alive in local stories to this day. This tale shapes the work's reputation and draws people seeking spiritual aid on their journeys.
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