Basara Mask (12 Heavenly General) Douji The hannya masks represent a

The hannya masks represent a woman who has turned into a demon because of their intense jealousy

” Some others say the number 12 correlates to protection during the 12 daylight hours or that they symbolize the 12 months of the year

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The Fudo-myoo is the greatest protector

Horihito I is a legendary Japanese tattoo artist

Basara Mask (12 Heavenly General) Douji The hannya masks represent aTraditional Japanese Basara Mask Basara () is one of the 12 Heavenly Generals who protect and serve Yakushi Nyorai (the Medicine Buddha). In traditional Japanese sculpture and art, they are always grouped in a protective circle around Yakushi Nyorai. It is said that they represent the twelve healing vows of the medicine buddha, which include, "By my limitless insight and means, may I enable all beings to obtain the necessities of life." Others say the