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Mizusawa Kannon (officially known as Gotokuzan Mizusawa-dera) is a Tendai Buddhist temple located in Ikaho, Shibukawa City, Gunma Prefecture.
What makes it special
Historic Temple ToursBlessings for Wealth and Safe ChildbirthMizusawa Udon GastronomyGoshuin and Omamori CollectionIkaho Onsen Area Sightseeing
About Mizusawa Kannon
- Pay respects to the Eleven-faced Thousand-armed Thousand-eyed Kannon.
- Strike the bell at the bell tower (100 JPY per strike) to pray for financial prosperity.
- Visit the Ryuo Benzaiten sacred spring to pray for health and wealth.
- Collect Zodiac-related charms or a Goshuin stamp.
- Enjoy a delicious meal of Mizusawa Udon in the surrounding area.
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Weather forecast
Mon
8/3
22°/19°
100%
Tue
8/4
26°/18°
80%
Wed
8/5
25°/19°
53%
Thu
8/6
28°/21°
57%
Fri
8/7
30°/23°
82%
Sat
8/8
28°/21°
82%
Sun
8/9
25°/20°
79%
Tips
Payment
Cash only for bell striking and offerings
Language
English support is limited (signs may have limited English)
Reservation
No reservation required
What to bring
Cash (coins/small bills) for offerings and bell striking
Photography
Please follow rules regarding photography in sacred areas
Clothing
Wear comfortable walking shoes due to stairs and uneven terrain
Etiquette
Maintain a quiet and respectful demeanor within the temple grounds