Seven anime sanctuaries in Shiga Prefecture! Lake Biwa is the center of a serene nature

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Ryuhei.(@ryuhei.saru_4633)がシェアした投稿

We will start with the sacred places of this work.
This is a blockbuster hit that caused a social phenomenon, produced by Kyoto Animation, a company that has left its name in the history of Japanese animation.
Even if you are not familiar with anime, you may have only heard of the name. Cute high school girls join a light music club and form a band called Houkago Tea Time.
This school drama, full of laughter and tears, coupled with the high quality of the music, produced a series of hit songs.
A timeless masterpiece in both name and reality, it offers promised fun that will never fade away even when viewed today.

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nawoki(@karisuma.mumenkyo)がシェアした投稿

As this work is also set in a school, of course the location of the school is an inseparable part of the story.
Sakuragaoka High School will be the home of Hirasawa Yui and her friends' school life, where they will spend three years running around with light music,
The stage for this project is the old Toyosato Elementary School building.
While I find it somewhat amusing that the high school is set in an elementary school, the atmosphere of the school building, the layout of the classrooms, and the staircase landing to the club room are all filled with memories of this school anyway.
Currently, the school is not used as a school, but as a community center. It is possible that there are more opportunities to enter the school than in a regular school, so it would be good for fans to see the events.


Name: Toyosato Town Toyosato Elementary School Old School Building
Address: 518 Ishibata, Toyosato-cho
Access: 10 min. walk from Toyosato Station of Omi Railway
10 minutes drive from Koto Sanzan Smart IC

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ぷしけ(@psyche0318)がシェアした投稿

This one has a tradition and history that should be considered a relatively classic in the romantic comedy genre, and boasts stable popularity.
The impactful title is hard to get out of your ears once you hear it, and we are sure it will remain in many people's minds.
The setting of chunibyo strongly incites sympathy among boys of their age, and the romantic-comedic developments that unfold in this setting make us envy them.
One of the best royal road romantic comedies, which was even released as a movie version, is very much worth seeing.

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☽･:*∅.゜𝑀𝐸𝒢𝒰𝑀𝐼✩.☂︎*̣̩⋆̩*(@megumianyong)がシェアした投稿

Since the sanctuary is located in the center of Shiga Prefecture, this work is also suitable for easy access by tourists, especially by train.
In some cases, sightseeing in rural areas may not be accessible without transportation such as cars or buses, but this area is highly convenient for solo travelers and allows them to see a variety of sights efficiently.
Anata Station in Otsu City is the closest station to the high school that the main characters attend, and will be a strong familiar sight in the work.
In addition, the family home of the main heroine, Rokka, is modeled after the old Iniwa family, and the magnificent historical building enhances the sense of being a young lady.
Since they are all located in the center of Shiga Prefecture, it is possible to visit them all in one day, and you can focus on the most popular spots for your enjoyment.

Name: Former Iba Family Residence
Residence: 191 Konaka, Azuchi-cho, Omi-Yawata City
Access: JR Biwako Line "Ando " 6 min. walk from the station

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Hiroa Iseki(まろん)(@my_name_is_chestnut)がシェアした投稿

This is a work that is considered such a masterpiece that it will go down in history not only as an animated cartoon but also as a work of literature.
Even those who do not normally watch anime have read and appreciated the original work here, making it an extremely valuable work.
The eerie and terrifying future is written in a science fiction style with a solid writing style that keeps you excited and thrilled, and you can't stop reading the three volumes without stopping.
It is a masterpiece that deserves more recognition for being reimported from general literary works to anime and gaining popularity in both.

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nk000414(@nk000414)がシェアした投稿

The works here are science fiction depictions of a decadent and dystopian future Japan, but they are mostly set in real Japanese cities and villages.
That sense of linkage is what paradoxically enhances the reality of the work, increasing immersion and "the sense of conviction that this would be a terrible "thing to happen.
In Shiga Prefecture, the area around Reisen Iriya exists as a traditional settlement, and this is the place where the main characters, a man and a woman, visit to investigate the whereabouts of their childhood friends.
Located at the end of the work, this is the stage of the adventure, where further battles with the Bakemono and other rats unfold.
The decadent and frightening atmosphere of the film does not exist in the actual Shiga Prefecture, and it would be frightening if it did, but the essence and atmosphere are still very much present.
Fans are encouraged to visit.

Name: Lingsen Ochiai Settlement (Lingsen Ochiai Settlement)
Address: 478-1 Oaza Reisen, Taga-cho, Inukami-gun, Shiga Prefecture
Access: From National Road 307, take Prefectural Road 17 and drive along Serigawa River.

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純ちゃん(@junkomameko)がシェアした投稿

This is a fiery animated work that aired about 10 years ago and became very popular.
The movie, featuring some of Japan's best actors, including Shuhei Nomura and Suzu Hirose, was also a big hit, and this charming work has stuck not only with anime fans but also with the general public.
This work, which has been successful in a variety of media mixes, is truly a masterpiece representing Japan and can be enjoyed by all.

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KAORI(@melliakaori)がシェアした投稿

Although the sacred sites introduced here are all different in scale and popularity, it is no exaggeration to say that the Chihayafuru sacred site is the most central to Shiga Prefecture.
The Omi Jingu Shrine is the main venue for the national karuta competitions that are held here.
It is a place of authority and splendor, like Koshien in baseball or Hanazono in rugby, and is an indispensable place for both karuta fans and fans of the artwork.
The many famous games were so hot that they burned the hearts of the fans and were often depicted in various scenes, so they are sure to remain strongly in the memories of fans.
If you like the work or have seen it at least once, we encourage you to check it out.

Name: Omi Jingu Shrine
Address: 1-1 Jingu-cho, Otsu-shi, Shiga
Access: 9 min. walk from JR Omijingu-mae Stn.

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あんばたあ(@anbataa1015)がシェアした投稿

Sengoku BASARA, as the name suggests, is a masterpiece animation of battle stories themed on the Warring States period, and has a strong image as a video game.
It is only natural to recognize this as a sacred place, but Azuchi Castle was the home of Oda Nobunaga.
While there are elements of the warring states genre that are intensely entertaining, it can be said that this is a dense work based on reality, without excessive adaptation to pander to the masses.

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Hiroki Yokozawa(@ykzwhrk)がシェアした投稿

Azuchi Castle is one of the most important historical sites in Japan, and should be visited regardless of whether it is a sacred place in an anime or not.
The refined castle walls are devoid of any waste and concentrated with the wisdom of the ancients.
One can think back to the fierce battles that took place here, and the aura of the place is still overwhelming.
There are many enthusiasts who have been to many castles, but the castle of Nobunaga Oda, a very famous military commander, should be easy for beginners to get to know.
If you are interested, please access the website.

Name: Azuchi Castle
Residence: Shimotoyoura, Azuchi-cho, Omi-Yawata City
Access: JR Biwako Line "Azuchi " get off 25 min. walk

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nobuko.k(@nobuko.k918)がシェアした投稿

This is also one of the best castles in Shiga Prefecture, following on from the previous point. It is a good thing that Shiga Prefecture is full of history, and it might be a good idea to visit various places in the prefecture.
While the previous piece was a full-fledged warring states piece, this one is a cute idol piece, as it is well known.
Even now, various series are being aired, and it is a masterpiece that is always at the forefront of cuteness and excitement, and is a work that anyone who is called an anime otaku must go through.

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Say Raywa(@chinook47omega1_3)がシェアした投稿

Although the urban centers of Akihabara and the Kanda area are known as sacred sites in Love Live, there are surprisingly many sacred sites scattered throughout the country.
They are successful in bringing out the various faces of the idols anyway, with expeditions and trips all over the country.
The Shiga castle tower makes a brief appearance in episode 10, but it is rather less memorable than the others.
It may be doubly good to revisit the work once again and ponder the holy land of Love Live.

Name: Hikone Castle
Address: 1-1 Kinkame-cho, Hikone City, Shiga Prefecture
Access: 15 min. walk from Hikone Station

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*＊kyon＊*(@be_re_ce)がシェアした投稿

This last one is a popular work based on a manga. It is a masterpiece that can be enjoyed by both men and women alike, and has been used not only in animation, but also in live-action, theater, and many other fields.

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Nao(@piwananko)がシェアした投稿

What is characteristic of the style of this work is the development of a Japanese-style fantasy. The appearance of giant serpents and shrines gives a special feeling that can only be depicted in Japan, and it has a unique presence even today, when many Western-style fantasies are being developed.
If you want to be inspired by an unusual work of art, please visit us.

Name: Karasaki Shrine
Address: 1-7-1 Karasaki, Otsu-shi, Shiga
Access: JR Kosei Line "Karasaki Station "15 min. walk from the station.