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The Real-Life ‘Your Name’ Locations: An Authentic Anime Pilgrimage Japanese Culture 20

Discover the real-life locations of 'Your Name' (Kimi no Na wa). Travel deeper into Japan's anime pilgrimage, exploring the authentic culture from Tokyo's quiet shrines to traditional Hida.

Japanese Culture

Chasing the Northern Spring: A Guide to Kimi ni Todoke Locations in Hokkaido Japanese Culture 37

Explore Hokkaido’s scenic towns that set the stage for Kimi ni Todoke.

Japanese Culture

Rurouni Kenshin Locations in Kyoto: Walking the Path of the Battosai Kyoto & Kansai 47

Step into Kyoto’s historic districts where Rurouni Kenshin’s story comes alive.

Japanese CultureKyoto & Kansai

Dragon Ball Attractions in Japan: A Pilgrim’s Guide to the Real Locations Japanese Culture 137

Power up at Dragon Ball attractions in Japan, from exhibitions to themed cafés.

Japanese Culture

Evangelion Locations in Hakone: A Complete Pilgrimage Guide for Anime Travelers Tokyo & Kanto 138

Discover Hakone, the setting for Neon Genesis Evangelion, with landmarks that inspired the anime.

Japanese CultureTokyo & Kanto

Bleach Locations in Tokyo: Walking Through Suburban Streets and Pop-Culture Shadows Tokyo & Kanto 39

Explore Tokyo areas that inspired Bleach’s action-packed world.

Japanese CultureTokyo & Kanto

Haikyu!! Locations in Miyagi: A Real-World Guide Central & Northern 29

Travel to Miyagi, birthplace of Haikyu!!, and see the real volleyball courts and scenery.

Central & Northern

Attack on Titan Locations in Hita: Visiting the Birthplace of a Global Phenomenon Japanese Culture 53

Discover Hita in Oita, hometown of Attack on Titan, with monuments and themed exhibits.

Japanese CultureKyushu

Spirited Away Locations in Taiwan and Japan: Walking the Border Between Reality and Fantasy Japanese Culture 47

Explore real-world locations in Japan and Taiwan that inspired Spirited Away’s magical world.

All JapanJapanese Culture