pilgrimage

Japanese Culture

A Love Live! Pilgrimage in Akihabara: Exploring Modern Japanese Pop-Culture Devotion Japanese Culture 28

Experience Akihabara, home of Love Live! landmarks, idol culture, and anime cafés.
Japanese Culture

Crafting an Authentic Anime & Manga Pilgrimage Itinerary in Japan: Discovering the Real-Life Landscapes Japanese Culture 22

Follow a complete Japan itinerary visiting top anime and manga pilgrimage spots nationwide.
Hokkaido

The Warrior’s Path: A Fist of the North Star Pilgrimage in Hokkaido Hokkaido 19

Visit Hokkaido’s spots celebrating Fist of the North Star, including statues and special events.
Japanese Culture

The Evangelion Pilgrimage: A Guide to Japan’s Decentralized “Theme Park” Japanese Culture 49

Immerse yourself in the world of Evangelion at a themed park with rides and exhibits.
Tokyo & Kanto

Evangelion Locations in Hakone: A Complete Pilgrimage Guide for Anime Travelers Tokyo & Kanto 58

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

Initial D Pilgrimage in Gunma: A Complete Travel Guide for Anime & Car Culture Fans Japanese Culture 47

Drive through Gunma’s mountain passes that inspired the iconic racing anime Initial D.
Japanese Culture

Demon Slayer Pilgrimage in Asakusa: Tracing Taishō Shadows in Modern Tokyo Japanese Culture 27

Walk Asakusa’s streets that appear in Demon Slayer, rich with traditional Tokyo scenery.
Tokyo & Kanto

Slam Dunk Pilgrimage in Kanagawa: Following Basketball, Youth, and the Shonan Coast Tokyo & Kanto 20

Visit Kanagawa’s basketball courts and landmarks that inspired the classic anime Slam Dunk.
Japanese Culture

Spirited Away Locations in Taiwan and Japan: Walking the Border Between Reality and Fantasy Japanese Culture 20

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

Your Name Pilgrimage in Tokyo: Walking the City Where Memory and Fate Intersect Tokyo & Kanto 18

Follow the footsteps of Your Name in Tokyo, visiting the exact locations from the hit film.
Japanese Culture

Lucky Star Shrine in Washinomiya: Anime Pilgrimage, Local Faith, and Everyday Japan Japanese Culture 22

Visit Washinomiya Shrine, the real-life setting of Lucky Star, beloved by anime fans worldwide.
Japanese Culture

Top Anime Pilgrimage Spots in Tokyo: Where Fiction Meets the Real City Japanese Culture 47

Explore Tokyo’s top anime pilgrimage spots, from real-life locations to iconic cafés and themed attractions.
Shikoku

Shikoku Pilgrimage: A Guide for Modern Travelers Shikoku 225

Interested in Japan’s spiritual side? This modern guide to the Shikoku Pilgrimage covers routes, accommodations, and how to complete the 88 temples.
Japanese Culture

Best Anime and Manga Pilgrimage Spots in Japan Japanese Culture 89

Looking for anime and manga spots in Japan? Our guide covers the best pilgrimage destinations for fans, from Tokyo to Kyoto and beyond.