In this story, Buddha Shakyamuni's impulsive whim gives a man in hell an unexpected chance. Will he be able to make the most of this opportunity? Written by Akutagawa Ryunosuke, one of Japan's ...

The birthday of the historical Buddha or Shakyamuni Buddha ... and the dragons of heaven baptized him with pure water. In Japan, April 8 is observed as Buddha’s birthday and is celebrated ...