Todoroki Valley

Overview

Todoroki Valley is Tokyo's only valley located within the 23 wards, nestled in Setagaya-ku. Formed by the Tanizawa River eroding the southern edge of the Musashino Plateau, this approximately 1km-long valley boasts lush greenery and peaceful walking paths. It's the perfect place for those seeking a tranquil escape from the city's hustle and bustle. Within the valley, you'll find historical sites such as the Golf Bridge and ancient horizontal-shaft tombs (Yokana Kofun). The Golf Bridge is named after a large golf course (approximately 8 hectares) that existed in the early Showa period in the former Shimonoge and Todoroki villages. The Yokana Kofun, located on the left bank cliff face of the valley, are horizontal-shaft tombs constructed from the late Kofun period to the Nara period. Tomb number 3, discovered in 1973, retains the typical form of a horizontal-shaft tomb, and because the buried bones and accompanying grave goods were well-preserved, conservation measures were taken. You can also experience both nature and culture with visits to Todoroki Fudo-son (temple) and a Japanese garden. Todoroki Fudo-son, founded in the Heian period, enshrines Fudo Myoo (the immovable king). The Japanese garden, built in 1961, features a beautiful landscape including a pond, streams, and stone-paved pathways. Todoroki Valley is a precious place where you can feel nature while in the city. While some walking paths are currently closed due to the risk of falling trees from Nara oak wilt, the Japanese garden and Todoroki Fudo-son remain open for visitors. Come refresh your mind and body in the beautiful Todoroki Valley and escape the urban chaos.