Fri, 22 Mar 2024
7 Real-Life Anime Locations to Visit in Japan
The port of Tomonoura - Ponyo
Inspired by the village of Tomonoura, a charming port village in Hiroshima Prefecture, featured in "Ponyo" (2008) by Hayao Miyazaki.
Tokyo Tower - Sailor Moon
Tokyo Tower, featured in series like "Sailor Moon," "Card Captor Sakura" (1998), and "Detective Conan" (1996).
Yamanashi Prefecture - Yuru Camp:
Visit Yamanashi Prefecture, known for its stunning locations like Lake Motosu, featured in "Yuru Camp
Harajuku - Jujutsu Kaisen
Harajuku, Tokyo, highlighted in anime like "Jujutsu Kaisen" (2020).
Dogo Onsen - Spirited Away
Dogo Onsen in Matsuyama, Ehime Prefecture, served as inspiration for the bathhouse in "Spirited Away" (2001).
Akihabara - Steins;Gate
Explore Akihabara, Tokyo's electronic district, featured in "Steins;Gate" (2011).
Shirakawago - Higurashi no Naku Koro ni:
Visit Shirakawago, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Gifu Prefecture, which inspired the village of Hinamizawa in "Higurashi no Naku Koro ni" (2006).