Dōsojin Statue

The is a round, stone figure with a smiling face that appears in the beginning of the film Spirited Away directed by Hayao Miyazaki of Studio Ghibli. Not to be confused with Jizō Statue from My Neighbor Totoro.
==Entrance==
When Chihiro Ogino refused to go into the entrance, the statue's eerie appearance scared her into going in with her parents. The statue is shown as a woman with two faces. She wishes Chihiro good luck for her journey into the Spirit Realm. The statue is probably over 140 years old, based on her design.
==Usage==
Dōsojin Statues are also called Dōsoshin. They are often seen on entrance ways and borders to protect travelers and the local residents. The Jizō Statue is a special Dōsojin to protect children.
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