Tsukigakirei
月がきれい
dramaromanceslice of life(2017)
It’s the third year of middle school. Kotaro, a bookish boy aspiring to become a novelist, and Akane, a track girl who loves to run, meet in the same class together for the first time. They’re put in charge of the equipment for the sports festival, and slowly grow closer via LINE. How does Kotaro deal with his growing feelings for her? Meanwhile, Takumi has been in love with Akane since first year, and Akane’s friend, Chinatsu, becomes interested in Kotaro. A refreshing story of young love set i
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Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine
川越氷川神社
This historic shrine in Kawagoe serves as the primary inspiration for Mikage Shrine where Nanami becomes the land god. The shrine's traditional architecture and sacred atmosphere perfectly match the mystical setting depicted in the anime.
Kawagoe Station 60 min
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Kawagoe Station
川越駅
The main railway station that appears in several episodes as characters commute to school and meet each other. The station plaza and surrounding area serve as meeting points and departure scenes, symbolizing the characters' daily routines and connections.
Kawagoe Station 15 min
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蓮馨寺
蓮馨寺
30 min
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喜多院
喜多院
30 min
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Kawagoe Municipal Kawagoe Daiichi Junior High School
川越市立川越第一中学校
This junior high school serves as the model for the school attended by the main characters Kotaro and Akane. The school building and surrounding areas are frequently depicted throughout the series as the primary setting for many romantic moments between the protagonists.
Hon-Kawagoe Station 30 min
川越市立初雁中学校
川越市立初雁中学校
30 min
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Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine
川越氷川神社
This historic shrine appears in the anime as a peaceful location where characters reflect on their relationships and personal growth. The shrine's famous wind chimes festival and traditional architecture provide a serene backdrop for several contemplative moments in the story.
Kawagoe-shi Station 60 min
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本川越駅
本川越駅
30 min
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Kawagoe City Library
川越市立図書館
The public library where characters are shown studying and spending quiet time together. This location represents the academic aspects of the characters' lives and provides intimate settings for character development and subtle romantic moments.
Kawagoe Station 30 min
東明寺公園
東明寺公園
30 min
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氷川橋
氷川橋
30 min
月吉陸橋
月吉陸橋
30 min
ガスト 本川越店跡地（作中：ゲスト）
ガスト 本川越店跡地（作中：ゲスト）
30 min
入間川街道
入間川街道
30 min
川越郵便局付近
川越郵便局付近
30 min
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道灌橋
道灌橋
30 min
西武本川越ペペ
西武本川越ペペ
30 min
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