Set mainly in Kamakura and the Shonan coast (Kanagawa). The author Takehiko Inoue lived in the area when he wrote the manga.
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Kamakura-Kōkōmae Crossing No. 1the opening crossing
The most iconic scene of the manga and anime: Hanamichi waiting for the Enoden train with the Sagami Sea in the background. Appears in the opening of every episode. Photography restrictions in place since 2023 — visiting at sunrise is recommended.
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Kamakura-Kōkōmae Stationthe Enoden station
The Enoden station platform with direct ocean views. Appears in the opening and in daily scenes. One of the 100 representative stations of Japan.
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Kanagawa Prefectural Kamakura High SchoolRyonan model
Exterior model of the rival school, Ryonan High School. The entrance ramp appears in the scene where Akagi says "We still have plenty of chances". Entry is not allowed — exterior only.
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Kamakura Seaside Park — SakanoshitaVol. 2 cover
The scene from the cover of the new edition of the manga Vol. 2: Rukawa pedaling along the sea wall.
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Kugenuma Beachmanga epilogue
Final scene of the manga epilogue: Sakuragi reads Haruko's letter while looking at Enoshima Island with Rukawa. Best photo angle: with Enoshima in the background on the right.
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Hiratsuka General GymnasiumShohoku vs. Ryonan
Model of the gym where Shohoku vs. Ryonan is played. The lobby has original sketches signed by Takehiko Inoue. Regular home court for the Yokohama B-Corsairs.
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Akibadai Cultural GymnasiumShohoku vs. Kainan
Model of the gym for Shohoku vs. Hainan (manga reference, not anime). Highly recognizable modern steel architecture. Closed on the 3rd Monday of each month.
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Musashino Kita High SchoolShohoku model
Model for Shohoku High School. Takehiko Inoue lived in the area when writing the manga. The building layout and gym are almost identical. Exterior only.
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Noshiro Basketball Library & MuseumSannoh model
The nearby Noshiro Technical High School is the inspiration for Sannoh Industry High School. The museum houses manga volumes, magazines, and sketches signed by Inoue. A must-visit for die-hard fans.
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Hiroshima Green Arenafilm
Main gymnasium of the Interhigh — the final battle against Sannoh. Appears from Vol. 23 of the manga and in THE FIRST SLAM DUNK (2022).
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HUE Gymnasium — Hiroshima University of Economicsfilm
Model of the gym where Sannoh High School trained (Migita Memorial Gymnasium in the manga). Appears in the credits of THE FIRST SLAM DUNK. University campus — requires permission to enter.
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Genbaku Dome-mae — Hiroshima StreetcarAnzai's walk
Night scene from the manga: Coach Anzai walks with former coach Kitano after dinner. The streetcar tracks in the background are recognizable from the Genbaku Dome-mae stop.
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Shonan Institute of Technology High Schoolpossible Shoyo model
Cited in various fan forums as a possible exterior model for Shoyo High School. No official confirmation from the author. Visit with caution.
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Tsujido Seaside Parkbeach scene
Mentioned in secondary sources as a beach scene in the manga. No direct confirmation from Inoue. Recognizable coastal area of the era.