Anime & Fandom– category –
Anime, manga, games and the everyday rituals of fandom: the stories, communities and personal attachments that give oshi culture its meaning.
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Whisper of the Heart: A Walk Through Seiseki-Sakuragaoka
Explore Whisper of the Heart’s Seiseki-Sakuragaoka locations, from Irohazaka’s stairs to Konpira Shrine, with real photos and a relaxed walking route. -
Your Name in Tokyo: From Suga Shrine to a Museum Café
Visit Your Name’s Tokyo locations, from Suga Shrine’s red-railed stairs and Shinanomachi footbridge to the National Art Center’s café in Roppongi. -
Demon Slayer in Asakusa: A Walk Through Tanjiro’s Tokyo
Explore Demon Slayer’s Asakusa setting with a walk through Kaminarimon, Nakamise and Sensoji, plus river views and practical Tokyo travel tips. -
Evangelion in Hakone: The Landscape Behind Tokyo-3
Explore Evangelion’s Hakone setting through Sengokuhara, Lake Ashi and Owakudani, with an EVA-YA stop and practical tips for a trip from Tokyo. -
Anohana in Chichibu: A Day Beyond the Famous Bridge
Visit Anohana’s Chichibu locations, from Old Chichibu Bridge and Jorinji Temple to Hitsujiyama Park, with a practical day-trip plan from Tokyo. -
Captain Tsubasa in Tokyo: Yotsugi & Tateishi
Explore Captain Tsubasa in Tokyo’s Yotsugi and Tateishi: a decorated station, bronze statues and local shopping streets in creator Yoichi Takahashi’s hometown. -
Your Name in Hida-Furukawa: Beyond the Famous Station
Visit Your Name locations in Hida-Furukawa, from the famous station and city library to Keta Wakamiya Shrine, with local sights and practical travel tips. -
Anime Pilgrimage in Japan: When Fiction Leads to Real Places
Explore anime pilgrimage in Japan through Your Name in Hida and Anohana in Chichibu, with real locations, local context and thoughtful visiting tips. -
Anime vs. Reality: What Japanese School Life Is Really Like
Cherry blossoms, school festivals, and teenage dreams—and the pressures behind them. Discover Japanese school life beyond anime, from clubs and cultural festivals to exams and belonging. -
More Than a Fan: What Oshikatsu Means in Japan
Explore oshikatsu in Japan: the joy of supporting an oshi, everyday fan rituals, shared belonging, and the pressures that can accompany a favourite passion.
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