Kajitori Jizo Bosatsu is a localized manifestation of Jizo Bosatsu (Kshitigarbha), venerated in Japanese coastal and fishing communities, with "kajitori" referring to the steering or rudder-handling of boats. This form of Jizo is traditionally associated with the safety of fishermen and sailors, invoked for protection during voyages at sea. As with other regional Jizo traditions, devotion to this figure reflects the broader role of Jizo Bosatsu as a compassionate guardian who watches over travelers and those facing danger, adapted here to the specific concerns of maritime life.