Things2Die4 Hachiman Shinto God of War Statue Bosatsu Peace

Hachiman is the Shinto god of war, and divine protector of Japan and the Japanese people. To Buddhists, Hachiman is viewed as a Bosatsu, or a Buddha to be. He is also regarded as a protector of children, a God of Peace and was worshiped by farmers and fishermen, in hopes of a bountiful harvest. This cold cast resin statue of Hachiman seated upon a lotus flower is 5 1/2 inches tall, 3 1/2 inches wide, and 3 1/4 inches deep. The statue shows excellent detailing in Hachiman`s robes and on the petals of the lotus flower. He comes with a small staff that should be placed in the hole through his right hand.