Your ultimate guide to anime pilgrimage travel in Japan. Explore real filming locations, sacred sites, and travel tips for anime fans visiting Japan.
Your Name Filming Locations: Complete Tokyo & Gifu Guide
Your Name (Kimi no Na wa, 2016) by Makoto Shinkai became a global sensation, and the real locations scattered across Tokyo and rural Gifu are now bucket-list destinations for anime fans worldwide. This guide covers every confirmed filming location, how to get there, and the best tours to book. Quick Facts Film Your Name (Kimi no Na wa, 2016) Director Makoto Shinkai Key Locations Tokyo (Shinjuku, Yotsuya) · Gifu (Hida Furukawa) Best Season Spring (cherry blossoms) or Autumn (foliage) Trip Duration 2–3 days from Tokyo Tokyo Locations 1. Suga Shrine (é ˆè³€ç¥žç¤¾) — The Iconic Staircase The staircase where Taki and Mitsuha finally meet is the most photographed Your Name spot. The 15-step stone stairway at Suga Shrine in Shinjuku is exactly as depicted in the film. ...