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A Certain Magical Index IITachikawa Station
Multi-source verified立川駅
About this spot
This major JR station in western Tokyo serves as a model for several urban scenes in the series. The station's modern architecture and busy atmosphere perfectly capture the metropolitan setting where Academy City's events unfold.
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Direct access from JR Chuo Line, Ome Line, Nambu Line, and Tama Monorail
Featured in 5 anime
- A Certain Magical Index II
Background reference for urban Academy City scenes and character movement sequences in episodes 3 and 7
A Certain Magical Index IIIReferenced in establishing shots and background discussions about Academy City's geographical setting in multiple episodes
A Certain Scientific Railgun SFeatured in multiple episodes as background reference for Academy City's transportation infrastructure, particularly in scenes showing characters traveling between districts
Is this a Zombie?Featured in episodes showing character commutes and travel scenes, particularly visible in background shots during transportation sequences
Real GirlAppears in episodes showing characters commuting and meeting up, particularly scenes involving train travel and station encounters between main characters
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Morning rush hour for authentic busy atmosphere
Very high during rush hours
Photography allowed in public areas
Year-round location with covered areas
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