Standing quietly near the entrance to Enoshima Island, this striking fountain monument was sculpted by local artist Kensei Katō to commemorate the 1964 Tokyo Olympics. At its center stands Benzaiten, the water goddess revered across the island, flanked by an eclectic gathering of figures including Kannon, a Southeast Asian dancer, a Hellenistic maiden, and a European woman. Offering serene views over Sagami Bay, it serves as a fascinating symbolic bridge between Eastern and Western cultures. It is an easy, rewarding open-air art stop before heading into the bustling shrine approach.
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