Dagashi Kashi

Shikada Kokonotsu's father owns a rural sweets shop, and his plan is for Kokonotsu to take it over one day. However, Kokonotsu wants to be a manga author instead! One day in summer, the cute but weird girl Shidare Hotaru, from the famous sweets company, comes to pay a visit. Apparently, Kokonotsu's father is famous and she wants him to join her family's company. However, he will only agree if she can convince Kokonotsu to take over the family business! (Source: MangaHelpers)

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Takehara Honmachi Street

竹原市本町通り

This historic preservation district in Takehara City, Hiroshima Prefecture serves as the primary model for the anime's setting. The traditional merchant houses and nostalgic atmosphere perfectly capture the rural Japanese town where Kokonotsu's dagashi shop is located.

Takehara Station 90 min

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Takehara Station

竹原駅

The local train station that serves as a gateway to the anime's setting and appears in background shots. This small rural station embodies the quiet, countryside atmosphere that defines the world of Dagashi Kashi.

Takehara Station 15 min

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Takehara Historical Folk Museum

竹原市歴史民俗資料館

This traditional building houses local history exhibits and represents the type of old architecture featured in the anime. The museum's exterior and surrounding area closely resemble backgrounds seen in various episodes of Dagashi Kashi.

Takehara Station 45 min