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booth during festivals
entrance to the temple
main street leading to the shrine
shindemonJizo statues can be found all over Japan
Jizo statues are found all over but especially around graveyards because it is believed that Jizo saves the souls of those in hell, especially aborted, miscarried and stillborn babies.
Most Jizo also wear red bibs or hats made by mothers who hope that by offering them to Jizo, they can encourage him to take special care of their children's spirits.
Sometimes you will see Jizo by the side of the road because Jizo are also said to protect travellers and pilgrims.
