Todoroki Fudoson Temple(等々力不動尊)

Name: Todoroki Fudoson
Address: Setagaya, Tokyo, 158-0082, JP
Telephone: +81337015405

Setagaya, Tokyo Prefecture

Temple

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Location

1-chome-22-47 Todoroki, Setagaya City, Tokyo 158-0082, Japan

Opening hours

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What makes this place special?

At a Glance

Todoroki Fudoson is a Buddhist temple in Setagaya, Tokyo, known for its quiet wooded grounds, stone paths, and autumn foliage. It is the 17th stop on the Kanto Thirty-Six Fudo Pilgrimage and is closely associated with the nearby Manganji temple complex.

Historic Pilgrimage Autumn Leaves

Why you should go

Todoroki Fudoson is the 17th stop on the Kanto pilgrimage of 36 temples dedicated to Fudō Myōō.

Todoroki Fudoson belongs to the Shingon-shū Chisan-ha, a branch of Shingon Buddhism in Japan.

The temple's name comes from the roaring sound of Fudo-no-Taki Waterfall—'todoroki' literally means 'roaring.' The waterfall is guarded by a deity and two dragons said to purify its waters.

The valley creates a unique microclimate that's about 3°C cooler than the surrounding city, making it a popular escape for Tokyoites during hot summers—a rare natural air-conditioned oasis in Tokyo.

How do I visit?

Admission

Free

Location

Getting There

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Todoroki Station

9 min walk • 706mNearest

HK07

Hankyu Kyoto Main Line

Hankyu Railway•Private Railway

Know before you go

Access Todoroki Valley directly from beside the shrine office next to the main hall, where you can descend stone steps to explore the 1km walking path along Yazawa River with its cooler microclimate (about 3 degrees difference from street level).
If you want a quieter temple stop in Tokyo, prioritize Todoroki Fudoson for a calm visit in a wooded setting.
Bring coins to offer at the offering box as is customary at Japanese temples, and consider collecting a goshuin (temple stamp) as this is the 17th temple on the Kanto Thirty-Six Fudo Pilgrimage route.
Visit during autumn foliage season to see the spectacular contrast of yellow ginkgo and red maple leaves throughout the temple grounds, particularly stunning from the viewpoint near Benten Hall and Benten Pond where many visitors take photos.
Wear sturdy footwear suitable for descending stone steps and walking on potentially uneven paths, as you will need to descend several meters into the valley and navigate the stone-paved temple grounds through wooded areas.
Visit in autumn for the best foliage views along the wooded grounds and stone-paved approach.
Wear comfortable walking shoes; the approach includes stone paths that can feel uneven, especially around wooded areas.

Facilities

Parking
Restrooms
Purification basin
Commemorative Stamp

Shopping

Omamori & amulets
Omikuji fortunes
Ema boards

Experience

Photography allowed

Nearby Places

Last updated: May 9, 2026