'Jumping Off The Stage at Kiyomizu' In the old days, there was a custom of jumping from a high place to cure illness, to predict good fortune, or to fulfill love. People would make a wish to Kannon-sama and jump from the parapet of the stage at Kiyomizu-dera Temple. If the wish came true, the person would be unharmed, and if not, he or she would be reborn in paradise, a faith that did not fear death. Some people jumped off the stage with parasols. In 1872, the government issued a ban on jumping off the stage, and Kiyomizu-dera Temple took measures to prevent people from jumping off. Not Backed. This painting is not mounted, Please frame it and enjoy it. with no signature and seal Makuri Shunga Painting - 'Jumping Off The Stage at Kiyomizu' - ca 1940-60s Whole dimension: 14" W x 45.4" H / 35.5cm x 115.4cm Material: Silk Technique: Hand Painted Weight: 20g Condition Antique items have originally crease, stain, damage, and more. I would like you to refer to the listing photos, but please understand that it's difficult to show all conditions in the photos. Special notes: STAIN, CREASE, DAMAGE. Shipping "FREE SHIPPING" all over the world by Registered Airmail, EMS, or DHL.