Mizusawa-dera, also referred to as Mizusawa Kanzeon, is a temple located in Ikaho Onsen, Shibukawa city, Gunma prefecture.
It's said that it was founded in the era of Emperor Suiko of more than 1300 years ago.
Stone steps overlooked from Nio-mon gate
Ryuo-Benzaiten The sign says this water is sacred fountains and good for making a fortune, curing disease, living long.
Frogs are worshiped here because they saved people from food shortage in the past.
Hondo, a main hall, at the right of it, Rokkakudo with revolving six statues of Jizo, 'Rokujizo'.
Stairway street with 365 steps in Ikaho Onsen
The 2nd source of hot springs A jetting port can be observed through the glassed cover.
Here are the bust of Dr.Erwin Bälz and a big outdoor hot spring.
End of Mizusawa-dera temple. return to List of scenic sites visited
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