Katanagatari
刀語
Yasuri Shichika, seventh successor of the Kyotouryuu (bladeless) sword art, lives on an isolated island with his older sister, Nanami. One day Shichika is visited by a woman named Togame, who requests his aid in her quest to find and collect the final twelve swords forged by the legendary master swordsmith, Shikizaki Kiki. Shichika and Togame begin their odyssey by leaving the island he called home for over 20 years. They will face twelve individuals who possess and protect Shikizaki's legendary
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Itsukushima Shrine
厳島神社
This iconic floating torii gate shrine on Miyajima Island served as inspiration for several scenic backgrounds in Katanagatari. The shrine's mystical atmosphere and traditional architecture align with the anime's historical setting and aesthetic.
Himeji Castle
姫路城
Japan's most famous original castle served as architectural reference for various castle scenes in Katanagatari. The white facade and multi-tiered structure influenced the design of several fortresses depicted in the anime's sword-collecting journey.
Takeda Castle Ruins
竹田城跡
Known as Japan's Machu Picchu, these mountaintop castle ruins provided inspiration for the dramatic clifftop fortress scenes in Katanagatari. The misty mountain setting perfectly captures the anime's atmospheric and mystical tone.
Kumamoto Castle
熊本城
This imposing black castle with its distinctive curved stone walls served as reference for several fortress designs in Katanagatari. The castle's strategic hilltop position and defensive architecture influenced battle scenes throughout the series.
Matsumoto Castle
松本城
Japan's oldest wooden castle keep with its distinctive black exterior influenced the dark, imposing castle designs seen in Katanagatari. The castle's reflection in the surrounding moat creates the mystical water scenes reminiscent of the anime's aesthetic.