Okiagari-Koboshi literally means small priest standing. It is a traditional Japanese culbuto made of papier mache and designed in such a way to always return to the vertical position when tilted on the side. It symbolizes perseverance and resistance to adversity, echoing the Japanese proverb: "Seven times on the ground, eight times standing". Tradition has it that we buy a culbuto for each member of the family plus one, in the hope that the family grows in the year. Find the different Culbuto Okiagari. This figurine is a representation of the most popular Buddha in Japan, Jizo Bosatsu. He embodies a protector figure that helps children and especially travelers. In the Japanese tradition, the bib symbolizes compassion and benevolence towards children.