Love, Chunibyo & Other Delusions

Everybody has had that stage in their life where they have thought themselves to be special, different from the masses of ordinary humans. They might go as far as seeing themselves capable of wielding mystical powers, or maybe even believe themselves to have descended from a fantasy realm. This "disease" is known as "chuunibyou" and is often the source of some of the most embarrassing moments of a person's life. For Yuuta Togashi, the scars that his chuunibyou has left behind are still fresh. Ha

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Otsu City

大津市

Otsu city on the shores of Lake Biwa is the primary real-world model for the setting of Love, Chunibyo & Other Delusions. The lakeside cityscape, train stations, and residential neighborhoods are faithfully reproduced in the anime by Kyoto Animation, making it one of the most recognizable pilgrimage destinations for KyoAni fans.

Otsu Station 90 min

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Zeze Castle Ruins Park

膳所城跡公園

Zeze Castle Ruins Park on the shore of Lake Biwa is a beloved pilgrimage spot for Love, Chunibyo fans. The park's lakefront promenade and the view across Lake Biwa appear in numerous scenes, including romantic moments between Yuuta and Rikka that make this an especially meaningful visit for fans.

Zeze Station 45 min