Nestled on the grounds of the Kagoshima City Museum of Art, this enigmatic stone effigy is affectionately known by locals as Jimesaa. Believed by folklore to honor the benevolent 16th-century noblewoman Princess Kameju, the figure receives an annual makeover every October 5th when female civic workers carefully paint a fresh face onto the stone. While historians suspect the relic might actually be an ancient discarded Buddhist figure, the playful tradition endures as a celebrated local ritual for beauty and goodwill. Stopping by offers a delightful and offbeat glimpse into the region's living folklore.
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