When Marnie Was There
思い出のマーニー
Suffering from frequent asthma attacks, young Anna Sasaki is quiet, unsociable, and isolated from her peers, causing her foster parent endless worry. Upon recommendation by the doctor, Anna is sent to the countryside, in hope the cleaner air and more relaxing lifestyle will improve her health and help clear her mind. Engaging in her passion for sketching, Anna spends her summer days living with her aunt and uncle in a small town near the sea. One day while wandering outside, Anna discovers an ab
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Suffering from frequent asthma attacks, young Anna Sasaki is quiet, unsociable, and isolated from her peers, causing her foster parent endless worry. Upon recommendation by the doctor, Anna is sent to the countryside, in hope the cleaner air and more relaxing lifestyle will improve her health and help clear her mind. Engaging in her passion for sketching, Anna spends her summer days living with her aunt and uncle in a small town near the sea. One day while wandering outside, Anna discovers an ab
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When Marnie Was There
思い出のマーニー
Suffering from frequent asthma attacks, young Anna Sasaki is quiet, unsociable, and isolated from her peers, causing her foster parent endless worry. Upon recommendation by the doctor, Anna is sent to the countryside, in hope the cleaner air and more relaxing lifestyle will improve her health and help clear her mind. Engaging in her passion for sketching, Anna spends her summer days living with her aunt and uncle in a small town near the sea. One day while wandering outside, Anna discovers an ab
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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
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Kushiro Wetland
釧路湿原
This vast wetland in eastern Hokkaido served as inspiration for the marsh areas surrounding Marnie's mansion in the film. The expansive reed beds and waterways create the mysterious, dreamlike atmosphere that defines much of the story's setting.
Kushiro Station
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Lake Mashu
摩周湖
This mystical crater lake in Akan-Mashu National Park, famous for its crystal-clear waters and frequent fog, inspired the dreamlike quality of the lake scenes in the anime. The lake's reputation for mysterious beauty perfectly matches the film's supernatural atmosphere.
Mashu Station
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