Rokujizo statues can be found all over Japan. They always come in sets of 6 and are there to pray for those who have suffered. In Kamakura, this group of six can be found on the street, just five minute's walk from Kamakura Station, on the way to Hase and Daibutsu. They are said to be praying for the souls of the many criminals who died in the area long, long ago. I love finding statues like this on the street here in Japan, especially ones as beautiful as these are.
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Kamakura's Famous Rokujizo Statues
Buddhism is alive and well on the streets of Kamakura
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Victoria Vlisides
8 years ago
Snow-capped! So beautiful.
Anonymous
8 years ago
Will keep my eyes out for these when I visit!
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