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Jul 30, 2020 · From an obscure library in a rural town to mystical woodlands inhabited by ancient trees, we have put together 10 real life anime locations for a sacred anime tour around Japan. 1. Your Name – Gifu Prefecture
- Tokyo Tower. Tokyo Tower has been featured in many movies, including Godzilla and King Kong, along with tons of anime series and anime films. And why wouldn't it?
- Asakusa. Unlike the aforementioned Akihabara, its neighboring ward Asakusa offers an experience that's more toward the traditional side of Japan. From the old shrines to the shopping districts, you'll find yourself going slightly back in time, like traveling the streets on a rickshaw while in a traditional kimono (from kimono rental shops).
- Shirakawa-gō. The anime series Higurashi When They Cry takes place in a fictional village called Hinamizawa, where creepy dark secrets lurk. Hinamizawa was based on a small traditional village called Shiragawa-gō, located in Shirakawa of Gifu Prefecture.
- Yokohama City. The Bungo Stray Dogs anime series is set in Yokohama, a city located in Kanagawa Prefecture of the Kanto region. It's home to many sightseeing spots, from museums and parks to cultural sites.
- Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba (2019) - Japan-Wide。
- Slam Dunk (1993) - Shonan。
- Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure Part 4 (2016) - Sendai。
- Your Name (2016) - Yotsuya/Hida City。
Jun 8, 2024 · Are you a fan of anime and dreaming of visiting the places that inspired them? Here, we will share the real-life locations in Japan where fiction and reality collide, from the bustling streets of Tokyo to the serene Japanese mountains.
- The National Art Centre
- Yotsuya Station
- Suga Shrine
- NTT Docomo Yoyogi Building
- Shinanomachi Station
- Yunika Vision
The restaurant that Taki and Okudera-senpai dined at during their date is called "Salon de the Rond" and is located on the second floor of The National Art Centre. To get a better view, I suggest going up to the third floor. The restaurant opens at 11AM. There are also some shots of the Art Centre during the date like the brown-lined walls and glas...
For their date, Taki and Okudera-senpai meet up at Yotsuya Station. To get a better view, take the Akasaka exit and look back. Unfortunately, there was construction going on when I visited so the actual part of the station that is in the film did not have the "Yotsuya Station" sign (the right side) so I opted for the other side. The view of Okudera...
The way to Suga Shrine
It's a little bit of walk from Yotsuya Station to Suga Shrine so I suggest using Google maps to navigate. Once you spot Lawson 100 store, turn and walk a little until you spot these signs (location on Google Map). Unfortunately, the sign is too high for me to take the actual angle as in the film (!). The intersection also appears in the film; however, there was construction going on when I went so I was not able to take a shot. But walking further, you'll recognize this spot which is also in...
Stairs to Suga Shrine
The stairs to Suga Shrine is perhaps the most iconic location of the film. The first promotional materials is set here and film's hopeful ending also takes place here. The stairs itself is nothing special. Locals past by it normally. But having seen the film, the significance of it changes particularly when you think about Taki and Mitsuha meeting here. While the view is not a hundred percent similar as it is in the film, the resemblance is pretty close. Location on Google Map One of the best...
Exiting from Shinanomachi Station, the NTT Docomo Yoyogi Building is visible from your right side. This is also taken from the same angle that is in featured in the film. Be careful not to take pictures in the middle of the road as the shooting area is nestled between two intersecting roads. The building appears as part of the Tokyo montage:
In your front, there is a flight of stairs to a pedestrian bridge. This is the same pedestrian that Taki is in after his date with Okudera-senpai. The bridge is somewhat significant in the film as well because this is when Taki starts to think about and even realize his feelings for Mitsuha.
Yunika Vision is located in Shinjuku and is a giant television screen that broadcasts news, advertisements and music videos. In the film, Yunika Vision is where the fall of the Tiamat comet is broadcast. The area is crowded and busy so be careful when taking photos not to block the pedestrian crossing.
May 30, 2024 · From bustling cityscapes to serene countryside settings, anime in real life is more common than you might think. These famous Japanese locations serve as the canvas upon which creators paint their stories, adding a layer of realism to the fantastical narratives.
Dec 23, 2022 · Visit real-life anime and manga locations in Japan and experience the world of your favorite series in a whole new way. From Yokohama, the setting for One Punch Man, to Kyoto. Plan your dream anime vacation today and discover the magic of Japan through the eyes of your favorite characters.
