Fudō Myō-ō, the Five Great Wisdom Kings, and Aizen Myō-ō — fierce emanations of Dainichi Nyorai's compassion. A pilgrimage guide covering Naritasan Shinshoji, Tōji, Takao Yakuoin, and Meguro Fudō.

Why have people bowed their hands together before this wrathful figure surrounded by flames since ancient times? Fudo Myoo is a deity who "shows compassion with an angry face" and is a manifestation of Dainichi Nyorai. From identifying the kurikara sword, kensaku rope, tenchi-gan eyes, and flame halo, to the Kanto 36 Fudo Pilgrimage, this article provides detailed guidance for fire ritual (goma) pilgrimage spots in the Tokyo area including Naritasan, Meguro Fudo, and Takaosan Yakuoin.

Bean-throwing times, ritual details, and crowd tips for five of Japan's most celebrated Setsubun festivals, from Naritasan to Yoshida Shrine in Kyoto.