The place where Tatsurou (Tetsuya Takeda) shouted: "I will love you just as much as now even 50 years later," to Kaoru (Atsuko Asano) in the drama series "The 101st Marriage Proposal" (1991) is "Orchard Hall." Numerous impressive performances are continuously given here not only as the stage for impressive scenes that would go down in history but as the biggest shoe-box type hall in the country.

The Shogi Kaikan hall in Shibuya Ward served as a set for a shogi match scene in “Satoshi: A Move for Tomorrow” (2016). One of the scenes featuring Satoshi Murayama (Kenichi Matsuyama) playing a game of shogi against rival Yoshiharu Habu (Masahiro Higashide) was filmed at the hall. Matches between actual professional shogi players unfold on a daily basis in the hall’s match room which has been the stage of numerous notable face-offs so far. The real Satoshi Murayama also played once at the hall The store (1F) carries shogi boards and pieces, books related to shogi, folding fans signed by professional players, and other such items. The distinct sound of pieces being stricken against the board can be heard in the shogi training hall (2F) where players of all levels, ages, and sexes can be found facing each other off. No reservation is necessary to visit the place or play a game. How about experiencing the world of shogi as you visit the location?

A crossing boat on the Edo River between Shibamata, Tokyo and Chiba prefecture on the other side. The Yagiri-no-Watashi boat, which the name appears in songs and novels, is the only remaining crossing boat in Tokyo and it is used to film many scenes of the "It's Though Being a Man" movie series. You may feel a comfort of gliding on the calm surface of the Edo River.

“the SOHO” in Koto-ku is featured in the film “Bayside Shakedown 4 -The Final” (2012) as the fictional Wangan Station of the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department.

In the movie “Foujita” (2015), Tsuguharu Foujita (Joe Odagiri) leaves France to return to Japan. On his way back from the Army Art Association, he crosses Kiyosu Bridge which extends over Sumida River. The eastern boundary of Kiyosumi in Koto Ward and the western boundary of Nihonbashinakasu in Chuo Ward are connected by a road bridge designated as Kiyosu, a name coined from parts of the names of both localities. The bridge is a symbol of the reconstruction efforts after the Great Kanto earthquake of 1923, and was built using the most advanced technology of the time. Together with Eitai Bridge and Kachidoki Bridge, which also span Sumida River, Kiyosu Bridge was designated as a national Important Cultural Property in 2007. The elegant suspension bridge is said to have been built following the recommendations of literary artists and painters. The night illumination of the bridge is also a must-see.

The aquarium is in Tokyo Sea Life Park located on the seaside of Tokyo Bay. The building of the aquarium is a 30.7m (100 feet) tall eye-catching glass dome. There are blue fin tuna swimming inside a 2,200t huge donut shaped tank, one of the biggest exhibitons of penguins in Japan, and more than 600 different species of sea life from the seas of the world. They also offer unique exhibitions dedicated to sea life in Tokyo Bay. After visiting the aquarium, you can also ride the big ferris wheel and get a view of Tokyo Bay or walk through the park with a comforting sea breeze.

The bridge Akari Mita (Nanako Matsushima) crosses in episode 7 of the drama series “I'm Mita, Your Housekeeper” (2011) is Kasai Kamome Bridge in Edogawa Ward. The pedestrian bridge spans over the Sakon River and Sakon Avenue. On a sunny day, head for a stroll in the neighboring Shinsakongawa Water Park which boasts a marina and an open space with grass where you can enjoy a barbecue and outdoor activities.

Step into the world of the movie series “Otoko wa Tsurai yo ("It's Tough Being a Man")” as soon as you enter the Katsushika Shibamata Tora-san Museum. The Kurumaya sweets shop replica set, costumes, utensils, and Yoji Yamada’s megaphone, all actually used in the movie series, as well as many precious documents are exhibited. So is the contents of Tora-san’s suitcase too! In addition, videos showing the making of the movies, corners that bring recollections of famous scenes as well as the successive potential female love interests, commemorative photo booths, and so much more will let you immerse yourself into the world of Tora-san. Whether a fan or not, come experience the kindness found in Katsushika Shimabata, Tora-san’s beloved hometown. During your exploration of the Shimabata area, make sure to stop by the memorial hall to add to your experience.

In the movie “Yell for the Blue Sky” (2016), the place where Tsubasa Ono (Tao Tsuchiya) and Daisuke Yamada (Ryoma Takeuchi) shake hands to renew their resolve to achieve their respective goals is Mizumoto Park in Katsushika Ward. With the Koaidame reservoir in its center, Mizumoto Park is the largest park within Tokyo’s 23 wards as well as the only one within the metropolitan area with a riverside town scenery. Visitors can enjoy the many natural features of the park: rows of poplar trees, a forest of metasequoia trees, an iris garden, waterfront plants, etc. With its 570 or so cherry trees, Mizumoto Park welcomes throngs of people who come to view the cherry blossoms in the spring.
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The place where Torajiro Kuruma (Kiyoshi Atsumi) a.k.a. "Futen no Tora-san - The jobless wanderer Tora-san" has a strong tie in the "Otoko wa Tsurai yo" movie series is Shibamata in Katsushika Ward. The entrance that takes Tora-san to the dango Japanese dumpling shop "Krumaya" in Taishakuten, returning from his wandering journey is the "Shibamata Station."

The place where the scenes often take place in the drama series "Kochira Katsushika-ku Kameari Kōen Mae Hashutsujo - This Is the Police Box in front of Kameari Park, Katsushika Ward" (2009) is the "Kameari Shopping Arcade Yu Road" street. Must-have items, such as "the statue of the young Ryo-san" and "the votive tablet of Ryo-san," are displayed in this arcade and welcome the fans of this drama.

The approach that leads to the Shibamata Taishakuten Temple in Katsushika Ward served as the central location for the movie series “It’s Tough Being a Man”. In stores and souvenir shops that line the long approach, you can enjoy area specialties such as kusa dango, sembei, or tsukudani. On the way, you’ll even find the sweets shop used during the filming of the Tora-san movies! The lingering shitamachi atmosphere of those days makes it a popular spot among fans and provides the perfect settings to immerse yourself into the world of Tora-san. After you get off at Shibamata station, enjoy a stroll around town, just like Tora-san used to.

The place used at the opening of the drama series "Mr. Kimpachi in Class 3B " is the "Arakawa embankment" here in Adachi Ward. This place has been continuously used in the successive generations of the series, and many students walked along this embankment.

The dry riverbed along Arakawa River near Senjushin Bridge in Adachi Ward was used for one of the scenes in the movie “Traces of Sin” (2017). The scene in which magazine reporter Takeshi Tanaka (Satoshi Tsumabuki) interviews Takayuki Ogata (Tomoya Nakamura), a university classmate of Yukie Natsuhara (Wakana Matsumoto), who was murdered along with her husband, was filmed at this location. The wide expanse of greenery is well maintained around this area. On sunny days, you can watch the gentle curves of Arakawa River flowing under the blue sky and surrounded by the lush green landscape. Come take a walk on the path that goes along the river.

Kiyosumi Garden is a stroll garden whose main features consist of a central pond, artificial hills, and a Japanese rock garden. Three islands dot the large pond at the center of the garden which includes many places of interest and is known as one of the scenic spots designated by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government. A walk across the stepping-stone bridge near the edge of the pond offers different views of the scenery, among which, the highest point of the garden: the artificial hill that represents Mt. Fuji. A pavilion that overhangs the pond also serves as a tea-ceremony arbor. The garden is also a famous bird watching spot as a variety of wild birds can be seen gathering at the pond because of the proximity of Sumida River and Tokyo Bay.

The avenue where the casts of the drama "HERO" walks in, in the opening is located in Tatsumi no Mori Green Park, Koto. The trees alongside the avenue are all cherry blossoms and the location is highly recommended for seeing the cherry blossoms in spring. Inside the park there is a lawn field and a small hill, where families gather on the weekends, and some also comes to cycle or walk on the green promenade. There are several green parks along the shore so how about taking a stroll in the bay area?

The shrine visited by the Sakurai family on New Year’s in episode 6 of the TBS drama series “Grade A Reversal” (2017) is Higashiojima Shrine in Koto Ward. The memorable fortune drawing scene in which Kanako (Kyoko Fukada) draws ‘good luck,’ Kaori (Mikuu Yamada) draws ‘average luck,’ and Shinichi (Sadao Abe) draws ‘poor luck’ was filmed at the shrine. Five shrines that once existed in the Ojima area were burned down during the Great Tokyo Air Raid in 1945. Later, as part of the town’s reconstruction efforts, the residents also wanted to rebuild a shrine. The five original shrines were therefore merged to establish Higashiojima Shrine. In the summer, a magnificent festival where portable shrines and floats are carried around is held at the shrine.
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Kiba Park in Koto Ward is featured in the movie “Ajin: Demi-Human” (2017). The scene in which Kei Nagai (Takeru Sato) and Eriko Nagai (Minami Hamabe) can be seen among a crowd of people was filmed at this location. Kiba Park is a vast Tokyo metropolitan park that includes a meeting plaza, a fountain plaza, an event plaza, an adventure plaza, and much more. Every October, the traditional art form ‘Kiba-no-kakunori’ is performed at the fountain plaza, and Kiba’s culture, which flourished from the Edo period to the Showa era, can be experienced. Sendaibori River flows through the park to provide a scenery rich in water and greenery. Come enjoy a leisurely stroll at this location on a fine day.

Nishifukagawa Bridge in Koto Ward is featured in the movie “Evergreen Love” (2016). The scene in which Itsuki (Takanori Iwata) chases Sayaka (Mitsuki Takahata) after she sees him acting a little too friendly with a girl from his part time job was filmed at this location. The bridge, whose bright light blue steel poles and handrails stand out conspicuously, connects Morishita 3-chome and Shirakawa 1-chome in Koto Ward over Onagi River. Make sure to also check out the large fish sculpture at the base of the bridge!

The movie "Tokyo Ghoul" (2017) was filmed at Rikkyo University as Kamii University, in Toshima ward, Ikebukuro Campus.
The story originally was created having Rikkyo University as a base. Normally, the University staff will not rent the campus for filming, but this time the production team tried really hard to get approval and succeeded. This was our first choice of all locations and it was very easy to film there. From the first time I started to hunt for a filming location, I felt this University would be a great set no matter where you aim the camera. The buildings are all old architecture with the feel of history, and were all beautiful. I wished to film more from this location. The challenge we had at this location would be that there was too much ivy. The scene called for a fall seasonal effect, but during filming it was mid summer and the ivy was very overgrown (lol). We had to remove some of the color to make it seem less summer like. The most memorable moment from the shooting at Rikkyo University would be the scene where Hide (Kai Ogasawara) and Kaneki (Masataka Kubota) walked together. In the original story, in this scene where Hide is becoming distant from Kaneki, Hide is walking with his arms crossed behind his head. We don't normally walk like that. But this scene was required it of me and I wished to do it. It was hard to make it seem natural, given that this is pretty unnatural, according to movie "Tokyo Ghoul" Director, Kentaro Hagiwara.