About
The Six Jizo of Yuigahama are a group of stone Buddhist statues that stand quietly in a tranquil corner of Kamakura, watching over the passage of time. These six Jizo Bodhisattva statues were erected during the Kamakura period and have since served as a spiritual support for travelers and local people alike.
When the morning sun colors the eastern sky, the stone surfaces of the Six Jizo are bathed in gentle light, revealing the traces of weathering accumulated over the long years. On their moss-covered pedestals, seasonal grasses and flowers quietly nestle, creating a beauty that harmonizes with nature.
These Jizo have been revered as beings who save those in each of the six realms of reincarnation. It is said that local people have joined their hands in prayer, wishing for safe journeys and the health of their families. Especially because Yuigahama is nearby, fishermen have also had deep faith in them, praying for safety at sea.
In spring, cherry blossom petals dance in the air; in summer, the cries of cicadas echo. Autumn brings vibrant colors of changing leaves, and in winter, tranquility descends. The Six Jizo quietly watch over these transitions of the seasons.
The gentle murmur of the Namerikawa River flowing nearby serves as a pleasant background music, soothing the hearts of visitors. Occasionally, the voices of local children playing can be heard, as if the Six Jizo themselves are smiling.
In this place where the history and nature of Kamakura are alive, the Six Jizo stand unchanged even today, offering quiet peace to those who visit.