This is "Akagi Shrine" in Shinjuku where Eri Sakashita (Saki Fukuda) tells Ippei Tawara (Kazunari Ninomiya), "I want to meet my grandfather," in the drama series "Haikei, Chichiue-sama - Dear Father" (2007).

In the movie 'Big Hero 6', a bell that became the motif of the face of Baymax stays in this 'Hanazono Shrine'. There is a famous story that Director Don Hall was inspired by the bell in the precincts and came up with the face of Baymax. The shrine is popular as a power spot of Shinjuku to have a variety of divine favor for marriage, love fulfillment, and business prosperity.

Waseda Scott Hall in Shinjuku Ward is featured in the movie “Teiichi: Battle of Supreme High” (2017). The council scene—the climax of the movie—as well as other scenes such as the student council election were filmed at the hall. A chapel and auditorium, Scott Hall was the first building erected in Waseda Hoshien, a facility that has a history of more than 100 years, thus endowing it with a highly symbolic value. The hall, which is often used as a chapel as well as for wedding ceremonies and music concerts, is characterized by a red-brick exterior, high ceilings, and a wooden interior that gives it a relaxed atmosphere as well as great acoustics. It survived both the Great Kanto Earthquake and the Great Tokyo Air Raid, and its appearance has remained mostly unchanged ever since its construction in the Taisho era. Scott Hall was designated as a historical building by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government.

In the movie “The Return of Godzilla” (1984), the Self‐Defense Forces’ Super X engages Godzilla with its anti-Godzilla weapons. As a result of the battle, the whole Nishi-Shinjuku area is burnt to the ground, and surrounding skyscrapers are further knocked over by Godzilla. And in the sequel “Godzilla vs. King Ghidorah” (1991), the newly built Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building in Nishi-Shinjuku also ultimately falls victim to Godzilla. The Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building was designed by world-renowned architect Kenzo Tange, and stood proudly as the tallest building in Japan when completed in 1991. Even today, its observation deck offers a fine view from 202 meters above ground level, and the building is one of Tokyo’s famous sightseeing spots.

The place a Filipina woman and an American man visit in the movie "Transit Visuals" (2014) is Shinjuku Golden Gai. Shinjuku reflects a phrase from the movie "If New York doesn't sleep then... Tokyo doesn't blink.". There are more than 200 bars and small restaurants packed in small alleys and it is one of the best place to experience an eccentric side of Tokyo. Bar-hop and you'll find your favorite bar here.

In the movie "The Garden of Words" ( 2013 ) Takao and Yukino meet in "Shinjuku Gyoen ". The most iconic scene is when Takao skips school and meets Yukino,who was drinking beer in the morning, in the pavilion. If you visit on a rainy day, you will be able to further soak in the world of this film. There are vairous other spots appear as well so by all means search them out on your walk.

In the movie 'A Story of Yonosuke' (2013), Chiharu (Ayumi Ito) takes her younger brother Yonosuke (Kengo Kora) to a lounge, which is a garden lounge of this RIHGA ROYAL HOTEL TOKYO. The ceiling of the atrium is decorated with a gorgeous chandelier, and you can see the Okuma garden full of greenery over a large window. This is the space where you can forget that you are in the middle of Tokyo.

In the movie, 'Norwegian Wood' (2010), this Waseda University (Nishi-Waseda 1) was used as a university Watanabe (Kenichi Matsuyama) attended. The author Haruki Murakami is also a graduate of this university. Besides, a courtyard of Toyama Campus No.3 and the Okuma garden was also used in the movie, and may Waseda students took part in as extras and staffs.

In the movie 'Helter Skelter' (2012), Lirico (Ekika Sawajiri) was walking with a man by holding his arm in this 'Wakabahigashi Park' in Yotsuya. Tree-lined streets of the lily, stone pillar, and fountains are beautiful in the park, which is used for the filming of TV and magazines. It is also recommended to go on a date to walk around.

Nezu Shrine is one of the ten most important shrines in Tokyo. According to Japanese mythology, the shrine was founded by Yamato Takeru about 1900 years ago. During the Bunmei era (1469–1486), the main building of the shrine was built by military commander Ota Dokan. In 1705, a large construction project known as “Tenka Bushin” was carried out by Tokugawa Tsunayoshi. The seven structures of the project, which included the main building of the shrine, were completed the following year. They have since been designated as national Important Cultural Properties. The premises also include Otome Inari Shrine, which is renowned among people seeking good fortune in love, and the Sakura-mon Gate, an impressive and magnificent vermilion structure. Nezu Shrine is an important shrine that has been highly respected by the many worshipers who have come to visit it since ancient times.

Kyoikunomori Park in Bunkyo Ward is featured in episode 5 of the drama series “Pretty Proofreader” (2016). The scene in which Etsuko Kono (Satomi Ishihara) and Yukito Orihara (Masaki Suda) are talking while walking their bicycles as well as the scene in which Toyoko Morio (Tsubasa Honda) is walking were filmed at this location. The lush park was opened in 1986 and boasts a multipurpose open space surrounded by trees as well as playground equipment for kids. Among other features is a sculpture commemorating the Bunkyo Ward Nuclearfree Peaceful City Declaration. Many locals come to the park to relax. The area is also historically important as Matsudaira Yorimoto, the brother of Tokugawa Mitsukuni, used to possess a residence on the grounds of the park during the Edo period.

Hatoyama Hall in Bunkyo Ward is featured as the mansion of the aristocratic Hayama family in the NHK morning drama series “Hanako and Anne” (2014). The scene in which Renko Hayama (Yukie Nakama) is summoned by her brother Akitaka (Kisuke Iida) who then asks her to participate in a formal marriage interview with Densuke Kano (Kotaro Yoshida) was filmed at this location. Hatoyama Hall is a historical building which was built as the private residence of former Prime Minister Ichiro Hatoyama. It was also the stage of postwar politics. The magnificent and stately hall is also nicknamed ‘Otowa Goten’ (Otowa Palace), and is adorned with pigeons appearing in ornamental motifs because ‘Hatoyama’ includes the word ‘hato’ which means ‘pigeon.’ In addition, the varicolored roses planted in the garden may provide a good reason to enjoy the visit of the location around May and June, or October and November.

The National Art Center is located in Roppongi, Minato Ward. Rather than specializing in any one area, Japan’s largest exhibition space offers a wide range of exhibition genres. Apart from 12 exhibition halls, an art library, a lecture hall, and training rooms, the center features a restaurant, three cafés, a museum shop, and more. The National Art Center was designed by Kisho Kurokawa, one of Japan’s leading architects. Its facade consists of a wavy glass curtain wall that boasts beautiful curvaceous lines and lets the visitors observe the slightest change of the passing seasons. Come quench your thirst for art and soak in the abundant greenery that surrounds the center.

Motsusen Akasaka in Minato Ward is featured as Izakaya Buyan in the drama series “Dr. Storks” (2017). Various scenes were filmed at this location: the welcome party for Rumiko Komatsu (Yo Yoshida) in episode 2; the scene in which Kae Shimoya (Mayu Matsuoka), Ryo Shirakawa (Kentaro Sakaguchi), and Rumiko Komatsu are talking in episode 5; and the scene in which Mayumi Kadota (Nana Seino) introduces Tasuke Omori (Akihiro Kakuta) in episode 7. Motsusen is an izakaya renowned for its fresh offals and skewers grilled over high-grade charcoal. It has an extensive menu of reasonably priced dishes. The generous portion of curry and rice available for 500 yen at lunch time is a popular choice. Motsusen is a great place for all occasions: from stopping by for a quick drink to holding a dinner party.

TV drama "The Full-Time Wife Escapist" (2016). In episode 5, Mikuri Moriyama (Yui Aragaki) and Hiramasa Tsuzaki (Gen Hoshino) go out for a picnic and hug for the first time at Shinagawa Season Terrace in Minato ward. This place also appeared in episode 8 when Tsuzaki ate a sandwich by himself. Shinagawa Season Terrace is a shopping complex with a 32-floor high rise building and some spacious 3.5 hectare green area with many shops and restaurants. On the green field where the show was filmed, they host open theater and night Yoga events, so you may want to check out their schedule and visit there to enjoy an event, lunch or dinner.