Golden Kamuy
ゴールデンカムイ
actionadventurecomedy(2018)
In the early twentieth century, Russo-Japanese War veteran Saichi “Immortal” Sugimoto scratches out a meager existence during the postwar gold rush in the wilderness of Hokkaido. When he stumbles across a map to a fortune in hidden Ainu gold, he sets off on a treacherous quest to find it. But Sugimoto is not the only interested party, and everyone who knows about the gold will kill to possess it! Faced with the harsh conditions of the northern wilderness, ruthless criminals and rogue Japanese so
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Goryokaku Fort
五稜郭
This star-shaped fort in Hakodate is historically significant as the site of the final battle of the Boshin War. In Golden Kamuy, it represents the turbulent Meiji period backdrop and appears when characters discuss the historical context of Hokkaido's development.
Goryokaku-koen-mae Station 60 min
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Abashiri Prison
網走監獄
This former prison facility is central to the anime's plot as it housed many of the tattooed convicts whose skin maps lead to the hidden gold. The prison museum preserves the harsh conditions that shaped the characters' backstories and motivations.
Abashiri Station 90 min
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Otaru Canal
小樽運河
This historic canal in Otaru serves as a key location representing the port town atmosphere of early 20th century Hokkaido. The canal and surrounding warehouses appear in several episodes as Sugimoto and Asirpa navigate through the bustling merchant district.
Otaru Station 45 min
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Lake Akan
阿寒湖
This caldera lake in eastern Hokkaido is surrounded by pristine wilderness that reflects the natural environment where Ainu characters live. The lake area represents the traditional Ainu homeland and appears in scenes showcasing indigenous culture and hunting practices.
Kushiro Station 120 min
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