Syorinzan Darumaji is well known as the birthplace of daruma, a Japanese lucky charm. About 200 years ago, the ninth chief abbot carved a wooden model based on the Chinese Zen master Daruma. He then taught neighboring farmers how to make papier-mâché daruma dolls to help those who were struggling from severe famine. They were sold on the day of the New Year’s Festival, a tradition that continues to this day.
It is located in a quiet mountainous area, and is nice to stroll around. Painting Daruma experience is available without reservation.
