観音菩薩 (Kannon Bosatsu), also known as Avalokiteshvara in Sanskrit, is a prominent figure in Mahayana Buddhism. Kannon is revered as the bodhisattva of compassion, embodying the ideal of selfless love and mercy. This figure is often depicted with multiple arms, symbolizing the ability to help many beings simultaneously. In Japanese culture, Kannon is associated with various temples and is a popular object of devotion. Many people pray to Kannon for guidance and relief from suffering. The bodhisattva is also linked to the concept of 慈悲 (jihi), which means compassion, emphasizing the importance of kindness in Buddhist practice.