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Nothing beats standing in the very place you've seen on screen.
What is anime pilgrimage (seichi junrei)? How to plan one, etiquette and famous spots
Visiting real places that appear in anime and manga is called seichi junrei — a “pilgrimage to sacred sites”. The classic way to enjoy it: stand where the scene was drawn and take the same shot.
- Real scenes
From the Kamakura-Kōkōmae railway crossing made famous by the opening of Slam Dunk to shrine stairways and station streets, scenes you know are all over Japan.
- Big anime shops
Akihabara and Ikebukuro are packed with multi-floor stores selling figures, goods and limited editions.
- Museums & cafés
Museums with original artwork, themed collaboration cafés and character statues let you step into the story.
How to plan a pilgrimage
01Pick a titleStart from a work you love and look up the real places it shows.
02Check the sceneRewatch the scene so you can line up the same angle for your photo.
03Group spots by areaPlan nearby spots together so you can get around easily by train.
04Be considerateDon't stand in the road or on tracks, stay off private property, and keep quiet near homes.
05Add shops and museumsCombine your route with big goods stores, art exhibitions and collaboration cafés.
06Save your favoritesTap ♡ to save spots and see them all on one map.
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3 placesFrequently asked questions
Does it cost anything?
Most spots are public places like stations, shrines and streets. Museums and cafés charge entry.
Can I take photos?
In public places, generally yes — but avoid photographing people's faces and homes, and follow any no-photo signs.
Where should I start?
Many start with the shops in Akihabara and Ikebukuro in Tokyo, then take day trips to places like Kamakura, Chichibu or Numazu.
What are the most famous spots?
The Kamakura-Kōkōmae crossing from Slam Dunk and the Suga Shrine stairs from Your Name are among the best known.
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