
耳をすませば
During summer vacation, a schoolgirl named Shizuku, who longs to discover her true talents, observes an ordinary-looking cat riding by himself on the train. Intrigued, she decides to follow him. This chance encounter leads her to the mysterious Seiji, a boy who is determined to follow his dreams, and The Baron, a magical cat figurine who helps her listen to the whispers in her heart. Soon, Shizuku's exciting adventures carry her far beyond the boundaries of her imagination. (Source: Disney)
During summer vacation, a schoolgirl named Shizuku, who longs to discover her true talents, observes an ordinary-looking cat riding by himself on the train. Intrigued, she decides to follow him. This chance encounter leads her to the mysterious Seiji, a boy who is determined to follow his dreams, and The Baron, a magical cat figurine who helps her listen to the whispers in her heart. Soon, Shizuku's exciting adventures carry her far beyond the boundaries of her imagination. (Source: Disney)

Anime pilgrimage guide
耳をすませば
During summer vacation, a schoolgirl named Shizuku, who longs to discover her true talents, observes an ordinary-looking cat riding by himself on the train. Intrigued, she decides to follow him. This chance encounter leads her to the mysterious Seiji, a boy who is determined to follow his dreams, and The Baron, a magical cat figurine who helps her listen to the whispers in her heart. Soon, Shizuku's exciting adventures carry her far beyond the boundaries of her imagination. (Source: Disney)
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いろは坂
This steep residential slope in Seiseki-Sakuragaoka is one of the most iconic locations from the anime. Shizuku frequently walks up and down this hill, and it appears in several memorable scenes including her encounters with the mysterious cat.
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金刀比羅宮
This local shrine appears in the anime as a peaceful location where Shizuku sometimes walks past during her neighborhood explorations. The shrine's traditional architecture and serene atmosphere contribute to the film's nostalgic mood.

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聖蹟桜ヶ丘駅
This Keio Line station serves as the main transportation hub in the anime and is frequently shown throughout the film. The station building and surrounding area closely match the animated version, making it one of the most recognizable pilgrimage spots for fans.
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多摩市立図書館本館
This library serves as the model for the library where Shizuku frequently studies and discovers the mysterious library cards. The building's architecture and interior layout closely resemble those depicted in the anime.

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桜ヶ丘公園
This large park provides the natural backdrop seen in various scenes throughout the anime. The park's walking paths and scenic viewpoints offer panoramic views of the Tama area that appear in several establishing shots of the film.
いろは坂桜公園
作中で雫の父が働く図書館の場所として解釈されるスポット。高台から多摩川や街並みを一望でき、自転車シーンを思わせる雰囲気。春は桜が咲き誇る。
地球屋に向かうまでの道
作中の地球屋へ向かう道のモデルとなった場所。横に階段があり、階段の入り口が作中カットに似ている。
いろは坂の高台
聖司が雫にプロポーズするクライマックスシーンの舞台。ファンの間では「耳丘」と呼ばれる。現在は私有地のため立入禁止だが、周辺から雰囲気を感じられる。
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