Real-life locations that were used in the hit anime film are already getting a huge attention from the fans even some are actually visiting the places in Japan. It was mentioned from the first part of this article that Makoto Shinkai, the creator of the film wanted to show the culture of Japan to the whole world.
Some places were already revealed in the first report from Traveler's Today including; Shrine Steps at Yotsuya, Tokyo National Art Center at Roppongi, Lake Suwa at Nagano Prefecture, Italian Restaurant at Shinjuku, and Bus stop at Hida City, Gifu. Other places that are yet to be mentioned according to Fast Japan include the following:
NTT Docomo Yoyogi Building at Tokyo- This is the view that was used during the opening scene. The address is specifically located at Minamimotomachi, Shinjuku ward, Tokyo. It is a one minute walk from Shinanomachi Station.
Aogashima Island - This place is the basis of Mitsuha's hometown and is very important for the lead characters to unleash the truth. The place is very remote as such helicopter is only the means of transport in order to get to the island. There are actually accommodation buildings and a campground.
Hida Furukawa Station- This was used when Taki and his friends were traveling to Itomori. This place is specifically located at Kanamorimachi, Furukawa-cho, Hida, Gifu prefecture. It could be reached for about four hours from Tokyo station by train.
Hida Sannogu Hie Shrine Gifu- This is the basis of Miyamizu Shrine, the symbolic shrine in Itomori. In reality, this shrine is used for Takayama festival, one of the biggest Japanese traditional festivals. It is a 25-minute walk from JR Takayama Station.
Underpass in Shinjuku, Tokyo- This place was the basis of the intersection that was used in the first trailer. It is a 10-minute walk from Shinjuku station or a 3-minute walk from Nishi Shinjuku station.
According to On The Go Tours, the best time to visit Japan is during spring or autumn. Spring (March, May) is when cherry blossom starts to steal all views together with festivities. Autumn (September, November) is when the sky is transitioning with a blazing and crystal clear blue color contrasted by red scarlet leaves.
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