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[Aichi ]7 anime sanctuaries in Aichi Prefecture! Japan's central city that combines history and fashion

[Aichi ]7 anime sanctuaries in Aichi Prefecture! Japan's central city that combines history and fashion

2023-06-09 Management office

Aichi Prefecture has become one of the most central cities in Japan and is a very prosperous land.
It is a well-balanced city with a glittering, cutting-edge urban face, but it is also a land of historical materials, including a place associated with Oda Nobunaga and other famous figures.
Perhaps attracted by the size of the city, various works of art have been inspired by it and have been set there as a sacred place.
Enjoy an enjoyable sightseeing tour of the sights of the various works.
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"Bakemonogatari "Osu



First of all, we would like to introduce you to this "Bakemonogatari "sanctuary.
Many people have been exposed to Ishin Nishio's Monogatari series through libraries and other media since childhood, and the series has also been very popular in the media mix, including pachinko/pachislot and other forms of pachinko/pachislot.
In general, it is a very wide-ranging work, and it is popular with many people because it is very well known as well as because of the popularity of the animation.
Mystery suspense science fiction wrapped in the mystery of boys and girls has exquisitely tickled the heart of excitement and is a true masterpiece.



There are many different sacred places in Japan for Bakemonogatari, but I would like to focus on the Osu intersection in Aichi Prefecture in particular.
It is a fairly distinctive intersection with multiple signals linked into one shape in the middle.
It must be said that visibility is somewhat low, but more than that, the special shape is stuck in my head and won't leave.
Such a part of the city matches the mysterious style of Mr. Ishin Nishio, creating an exquisite worldview.
Since it is not far from the city center, it is possible to see it while sightseeing.

"information "
Name: Osu Intersection
Address: Naka-ku, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture
Access: 3 minutes walk from Exit 8 of Kamimaezu Station (directions)
5 minutes walk from Osu Kannon Station Exit 2 (directions)
Approximately 14 minutes walk from Higashibetsuin Station Exit 4

"What is your name? "Nagoya Station



There are numerous people.
It is also the work that further boosted the fame of director Makoto Shinkai, and is a timeless masterpiece that shines brilliantly in the history of animation.
This one has a somewhat natural setting such as Gifu Prefecture, which, combined with the beauty of the images, is spoken of as an impressive sacred place, but in fact Nagoya Station in Aichi Prefecture also appears for a brief moment.

The food and beverage scene at Nagoya Station is impressive, albeit only briefly.



Nagoya Station is "your name. "I know that many of you may not remember that it appeared in
But in fact, Nagoya Station is used for the main character to change trains when he crosses from Tokyo to Gifu.
This enhances the realism of the piece, as you will be taking this course of action when you make the actual trip.
The main character even eats miso katsu (pork cutlet) when traveling, so Aichi Prefecture is actually a place with a deep connection to the work.

"information "
Name: Nagoya Station (Nagoya-eki)
Address: 1-1-4 Meieki, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture
公式サイト:https://railway.jr-central.co.jp/station-guide/shinkansen/nagoya/map.html
Access: JR Tokai Nagoya Station

"I have few friends. "Inuyama Bridge



Commonly known as "Haganai ", this work has become a progenitor of the Ranobaku genre.
It is a masterpiece that many people still talk about as their favorite work, and it has established an unshakeable position in the world.
The anime-like style of this work, which originated from a novel published about 10 years ago, tickles the hearts of otaku to no end.

Two sacred places in Gifu and Aichi



Gifu and Aichi go hand in hand, and the exquisite differences in their layout and atmosphere, combined with the fact that they are both sacred places at the same time, are surprisingly common.
In accordance with this, this one was also set in Gifu and Aichi, with the Inuyama Bridge and other impressive locations depicted in Aichi.
Following the spontaneous atmosphere of the two prefectures, the work depicts an exquisite love story, gags, and the changes in the environment surrounding the main characters in a delightful way. It is a wonderful work of art, so please watch it and enjoy the pilgrimage to the Holy Land.

"information "
Name: Inuyama Bridge
Address: Inuyama City, Aichi Prefecture
Access: 10 min. walk from Shin-unuma Station

"Bride of the Fifth Class "Ota River Station



Of all the works that use Aichi Prefecture as a sacred place, this one absolutely cannot be missed.
It is a famous work that boasts immense popularity and recognition as the king of modern romantic comedies.
The development in which the main character, who becomes a tutor for five children, falls in love with each of the different types and becomes a harem is very interesting, and the cuteness of the different tastes is soothing.
The heroine race is also fierce and worth watching, and you can't take your eyes off who will be the one to marry as "bride "until the very end.



These big romantic comedy anime tend to be concentrated in the suburbs of Tokyo, but "The Bride of the Five Equals "is somewhat unusual in that it is located in Aichi Prefecture.
In particular, Otagawa Station appears many times when the five children go to and from school, and also when they go out to play, so it is likely to be vividly etched in the memories of many viewers.
There are no pretty heroines, but the mood and atmosphere are more than enough.

"information "
Name: Ootagawa Station
Address: 52 Goda, Ota-cho, Tokai City, Aichi Prefecture
Phone number: 0562-32-0236
Official Website :https://www.meitetsu.co.jp/train/station_info/line07/station/2121.html
Access: Nagoya Dentetsu Otagawa Station

"The Wind Rises "Nagoya, Japan



"The Wind Rises "is Ghibli's epic animated film about war. The international reputation of Ghibli's films goes without saying, and this one has been consistently well-received since its release in 2013.



War used to be an integral part of people's lives, and one of these areas is the military sector.
The main character is engaged in factory work, and you may have a corner of your work fans' memory that he was transferred to a factory in Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture.
The city of Nagoya is set in the city of Nagoya at Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, part of the rise of military spending funded by former reparations and other sources.
We are told that actual fighter planes were also built here, so it would be good to see them for study purposes.

"information "
Name: Nagoya City (Nagoya-shi)
Address:Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture
Access: From JR Tokai Nagoya Station, etc.
Official Website :https://www.nagoya-info.jp/https://www.nagoya-info.jp/

"I want to cry, I'm a cat in a bag "Tokoname City



Although it is not as well known among anime fans, it is a so-called "adult anime" with beautiful scenes and psychological descriptions.
The entire Tokoname City area is completely depicted as a sacred place, and everywhere you look, you will see the scenes and settings in which they appeared.
The city of Tokoname also frequently holds anime events as part of its efforts to revitalize the city.



Tokoname City is not as central as Nagoya City, and has a relatively large amount of nature, greenery, and handcrafted landscapes.
It is a very attractive city, with some people feeling a sense of calm and others feeling sentimental. In fact, it is one of the most prosperous cities in Aichi Prefecture.
The main heroine has a peculiar constitution that allows her to go back and forth between her two selves, a cat and a human, and the city of Tokoname is beautifully depicted in a slow-life style.
The climbing kiln square, for example, is a walkway where handmade pottery exists, but this exhibit and others appeared frequently.
If you have seen the work, you will recognize many of the places, so please take the time to enjoy them.

"information "
Name: Noborigama Hiroba (climbing kiln plaza)
Address: 6-145 Sakae-cho, Tokoname-shi, Aichi
Phone & Fax: 0569-35-0292
Access: Meitetsu Tokoname Line "Tokoname Station "10 min. walk from the station
Official Website :https://kobokan.jimdofree.com/

"Hibike! Euphonium "Nagoya Congress Center



Last but not least, here is a work "Sound! Euphonium "has become the darling of Kyoto Animation, a prestigious animation studio in Japan.
It is a wonderful work that has exploded in popularity among anime fans alike and has many fans in the industry and elsewhere.
The passionate and tearful efforts of the high school girls in their brass band, the overwhelming quality of the brass band performances, and the slippery drawings are all of the highest standard and impeccable.
It is a masterpiece of animation that can be enjoyed by anyone, regardless of who you are.

Nagoya is the venue for the National Convention



This is a Kyoto Animation production, so the main setting is Kyoto.
Kyoto Animation's works often use Kyoto as a sacred place in comparison, e.g. "Keion! "etc., the same tendency can be seen.
Euphonium is "Keion! "is even more accessible to the general public than K-ON! by making it a royal road wannabe with sweat and blood, which opens the front door to many.
Although the event is set in a high school in Kyoto, one of its main goals is the Nagoya International Conference Center, which is the site of the National Convention.
It is one of the most prestigious acoustic facilities in Japan, and is also the target of artists and stage groups that tour throughout the country.
The scenes in which the girls fulfill their dreams in this place are truly gripping and leave a strong impression.
This one will continue to be talked about as a masterpiece of animation, and we hope you will watch it.

"information "
Name: Nagoya International Conference Center
Address: 1-1, Atsuta-Nishi-cho, Atsuta-ku, Nagoya City
Phone number: 052-683-7711
Official website: https://www.nagoya-congress-center.jp/
Access: Subway Meijo Line "Nishi-Kozo Station "(Exit 2) or Subway Meiko Line "Hibino Station "(Exit 1), 5 minutes walk from the station

summary

Thank you for reading this far.
Aichi Prefecture is easily accessible due to its various flourishing transportation networks, and is home to many colorful sanctuaries, especially in Nagoya City.
We hope you enjoy your trip and feel the atmosphere of one of the best metropolitan areas in Japan while visiting the sacred places of your favorite works.

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