Makoto Shinkai's film that grossed over 25 billion yen in Japan. Taki lives in Tokyo, while Mitsuha lives in the fictional town of Itomori (modeled after Hida, Gifu). The film was the primary catalyst that popularized "seichijunrei" (anime pilgrimage) globally, with its locations rendered with stunning photographic accuracy.
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Suga Shrine Steps — The Final Scenefinal scene
The most iconic location of the film and one of the most photographed anime pilgrimage spots in the world. The stone stairs with a red handrail lead up to Suga Shrine, where Taki and Mitsuha finally reunite in the movie's closing scene. The view from the top perfectly reproduces the film's framing.
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Yotsuya Station — Taki's Date Meetup & Train SceneTaki's date
Two key scenes: Taki's meeting point with Okudera-senpai for their date, and the late-stage scene where Taki rushes off the train after spotting someone with Mitsuha's red braided cord (kumihimo). The platforms and pedestrian walkways are beautifully recreated.
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The National Art Center, Tokyo — Museum Datedate
Taki and Okudera-senpai's museum date takes place here. The curved glass facade designed by Kisho Kurokawa is captured with millimetric detail. They eat lunch at the floating "Salon de Thé Rond" on the second floor. Closed on Tuesdays.
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Shinanomachi Station — Opening & Farewell Bridgeopening
Two prominent scenes: the movie's opening (the view of NTT Docomo Yoyogi Tower from the station exit opens the film) and the pedestrian bridge over the tracks where Okudera and Taki part ways. The Docomo Tower view is immediately recognizable.
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Shinjuku Southern Terrace — Rain Cafe & Bus Terminalrain café scene
The rainy cafe scene where characters pass by is located at the Shinjuku Southern Terrace, next to Shinjuku Station's South Exit. Also references the Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal (Busta Shinjuku) where Mitsuha (in Taki's body) marvels at the Tokyo skyline — buses to Hida depart from here.
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Roppongi Hills — Tokyo City View ObservatoryTokyo panorama
The observatory of Mori Tower in Roppongi Hills offers the breathtaking panoramic views of Tokyo that appear in multiple scenes. The night view of Tokyo that leaves Mitsuha (in Taki's body) speechless during her first virtual visit to the city.
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Hida-Furukawa Station — Taki's ArrivalTaki's arrival
The station where Taki and his friends arrive by train searching for Mitsuha. The entrance, the platform, the pedestrian bridge, and the taxi stand are beautifully recreated. The city provides a free pilgrimage map at the tourist desk inside the station, where you can find a cutout of the mascot Hidakuro (the Hida ox) that appears in the film.
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Hida City Librarythe research scene
The library where Taki, Okudera, and Tsukasa research the "Itomori Disaster" and discover Mitsuha's fate. Recreated with outstanding fidelity. Photography requires asking for permission at the reception desk — the staff are very welcoming to anime fans.
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Keta Wakamiya Shrine — Model for Miyamizu ShrineMiyamizu Shrine model
The primary model for the Miyamizu Shrine where Mitsuha's family serves as shrine maidens. Surrounded by a forest of ancient cedar trees that evokes the film's mystical atmosphere. Located 15 minutes walk from Hida-Furukawa Station.
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Seto River Canal & White-Walled Storehouses — FurukawaMitsuha's town
Seto River Canal & White-Walled Storehouses — Furukawa
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Ochiai Bus Stop — The Waiting Scenethe waiting scene
Ochiai Bus Stop — The Waiting Scene
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Lake Suwa — Model for Lake ItomoriItomori model
Lake Suwa — Model for Lake Itomori
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Mount Omuro — The Meteorite Crater Modelthe crater
Mount Omuro — The Meteorite Crater Model
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Hida Folk Village — Traditional Hamlet Atmospherevisual reference
Hida Folk Village — Traditional Hamlet Atmosphere