Sekizenkan in Shima Onsen, Gunma Prefecture is another real-world inspiration for Spirited Away's iconic bathhouse, particularly the red bridge leading to its entrance. The 300-year-old ryokan's atmospheric wooden corridors and the arched bridge over the river powerfully recall the spirit world's mysterious gateway.
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Spirited AwayThe red bridge (Keiunbashi) leading to Sekizenkan strongly resembles the bridge Chihiro crosses to enter the spirit world. The ryokan's Edo-period wooden structure amplifies the otherworldly atmosphere.
Access
Nearest Station: Nakanojo Station
JR Agatsuma Line, Nakanojo Station, then Kan-etsu Kotsu bus to Shima Onsen (about 40 min)
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Recommended visit: 120 min
Visitor Tips
Dusk for the magical illuminated bridge view
Moderate; quieter on weekdays
Exterior and bridge photos allowed; interior varies
Autumn foliage in October-November makes the red bridge even more photogenic; winter snow adds a mystical touch
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