Researched guide · Checked on Oct 19, 2026
Futako Tamagawa is a relaxed riverside district in Setagaya, where Tokyo meets the Tama River. Shop in modern complexes, picnic on the grassy riverbank, and visit a quiet garden with a Meiji-period house. In summer, the Tama River fireworks draw hundreds of thousands of people.
Quick answer
Getting there: Futako Tamagawa Station (Tokyu Den-en-toshi and Oimachi lines)
Time needed: Half a day
Best time: Fine weather for a riverside picnic; summer for the fireworks
Good for: Shopping, picnics, families, a slower pace
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Overview
| Getting there | Futako Tamagawa Station (Tokyu Den-en-toshi and Oimachi lines) |
| Time needed | Half a day |
| Best time | Fine weather for a riverside picnic; summer for the fireworks |
| Good for | Shopping, picnics, families, a slower pace |
Best Things to Do
Tama River riverbank
Grassy banks perfect for a picnic: bring a bento box.
Futako Tamagawa Rise
A complex of shops, restaurants, apartments and event space.
Futako Tamagawa Park
Home to the Kishin-en landscape garden and the Former Shimizu Family Residence, a Meiji-period house. Both are open on Sundays, national holidays and the second Monday of each month.
Setagaya City Tama River Fireworks Festival
An annual fireworks festival along the river that draws hundreds of thousands of people. See our Tokyo events by month.
Food & Drink
- Restaurants and cafés in Futako Tamagawa Rise.
- Pick up a bento for a riverbank picnic.
Shopping
- Futako Tamagawa Tsutaya Electrics: Japanese and international electronics and lifestyle goods in a plant-filled store.
- Tamagawa Takashimaya S.C.: a department store for gifts and souvenirs.
- Futako Tamagawa Rise for everyday shopping.
Where to Stay
Shibuya, on the same Tokyu Den-en-toshi Line, has many hotels. See Best hotels in Shibuya.
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Getting There
- Futako Tamagawa Station: Tokyu Den-en-toshi Line and Tokyu Oimachi Line.
- From Shinjuku: JR Yamanote Line to Shibuya, then the Tokyu Den-en-toshi Line express, about 30 minutes. From Tokyo Station: about 45 minutes by the same route.
- From the airports: about 55 minutes by train from Haneda, or about 2 hours from Narita.
New to Tokyo trains? See Trains in Tokyo and How to use Suica.
Suggested Itinerary
- Late morningFutako Tamagawa Rise and Tsutaya Electrics
- Walk
- LunchPicnic on the Tama River bank
- Walk
- AfternoonKishin-en garden (on opening days)
Travel Tips
- Check the opening days of Kishin-en and the Former Shimizu Family Residence before you go.
- Bring a picnic for the riverbank.
- Combine with Jiyugaoka on the Tokyu Oimachi Line.
FAQ
What is Futako Tamagawa known for?
Riverside picnics on the Tama River, shopping at Futako Tamagawa Rise and Takashimaya, and a big summer fireworks festival.
How do I get to Futako Tamagawa?
Take the Tokyu Den-en-toshi Line from Shibuya, or the Tokyu Oimachi Line.
Is Futako Tamagawa good for families?
Yes: riverbank picnics, parks and easy shopping.
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Sources
Information comes from the official sources below (checked October 19, 2026). Hours and prices change, so please check before you go.
