Courtyard Memorials
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Jizō Bosatsu
Jizō Bosatsu (Jp. 地蔵菩薩; Sk. Kṣitigarbha Bodhisattva) is the patron of children, mothers, travelers, and all those who are vulnerable. Affectionately known as O-Jizō-Sama, Jizō Bosatsu was also enshrined by first-generation Japanese fishermen of Hawaii for protection on the ocean. It is common to thank O-Jizō-Sama for bringing us safely to the temple. |
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Shugyo Daishi
The statue depicts a young monk Kukai before he became known as Kobo Daishi. Shugyo Daishi (Jp. 修行大師) is often adorned with flowers from his believers. The annual Aoba Matsuri, which celebrates his birth, is held in front of this statue. |
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Koboji's Founding Ministers
The first three generations of Koboji's ministers are honored in the courtyard memorials. |
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Ehime Maru - Celebration of Life
The Celebration of Life monument was dedicated by students of Koyasan High School in order to appeal to the world for the oneness of life. Every year to this day, the students of Koyasan High School perform a memorial service on February 9 to honor the memory of the lives lost. |
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Gorinto
The gorinto is a five-level pagoda that was adpoted by Shingon believers in the Heian period of Japan. Each level of the pagoda represents a one part of the Five Elements: earth, water, fire, air, and energy. Full of symbolism, the gorinto is found throughout Shingon temples. Perhaps the most famous gorintos can be found at Okunoin on Mt. Koya. |
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Dainichi Nyorai
Dainichi Nyorai is also known as the Great Buddha of Universal Illumination or the Cosmic Buddha. Koboji's Dainichi Nyorai is depicted in the form of the Vajradhâtu Mandala. His hands represent the unity of our world and the perfection and protection of the Buddhas. |
