The Wind Rises
風立ちぬ
Although Jirou Horikoshi's nearsightedness prevents him from ever becoming a pilot, he leaves his hometown to study aeronautical engineering at Tokyo Imperial University for one simple purpose: to design and build planes just like his hero, Italian aircraft pioneer Giovanni Battista Caproni. His arrival in the capital coincides with the Great Kanto Earthquake of 1923, during which he saves a maid serving the family of a young girl named Naoko Satomi; this disastrous event marks the beginning of
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Ueno Station
上野駅
This historic railway station appears in scenes depicting Jiro's travels and the bustling urban life of pre-war Tokyo. The station's classic architecture represents the modernization period central to the film's themes.
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Karuizawa
軽井沢
This mountain resort town served as the setting for the romantic scenes between Jiro and Nahoko. The scenic highland atmosphere and Western-influenced architecture perfectly captured the film's nostalgic mood.
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Tokorozawa Aviation Memorial Park
所沢航空記念公園
This park commemorates Japan's aviation history and served as inspiration for scenes depicting early aircraft development. The location connects to Jiro's passion for flight and the historical context of Japanese aviation pioneering.
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Tama River
多摩川
The river and its surrounding areas provided inspiration for scenes showing aircraft testing and the natural landscapes of the Tokyo region. The wide riverbed areas were suitable for early aviation experiments depicted in the film.