Suzume
すずめの戸締まり
The story follows Suzume, a 17-year-old girl from a quiet Kyushu town who meets a young man looking for a door. They find a door within ruins in the mountain, and Suzume opens it. Soon, more doors begin to open around Japan, bringing disasters from the other side. The film depicts Suzume's liberation and growth, as she closes the doors that are causing disaster. (Source: Anime News Network)
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Tokyo Station
東京駅
The iconic red brick station building appears in the opening sequence and several transition scenes. Its historic Marunouchi side facade is particularly prominent when showing the characters' daily work routine in central Tokyo.
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Shinjuku
新宿
The bustling Shinjuku district serves as a key location where several important scenes take place. The neon-lit streets and crowded atmosphere reflect the anime's urban setting and the hidden supernatural world within modern Tokyo.
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Port of Kobe
神戸港
The scenic harbor area of Kobe serves as a key location where supernatural doors appear in the film. The waterfront views and urban skyline create a dramatic backdrop for pivotal scenes involving the mysterious portals.
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Ehime Prefecture
愛媛県
Various locations throughout Ehime Prefecture on Shikoku Island serve as inspiration for scenes during Suzume's journey. The mountainous terrain and traditional rural settlements reflect the film's themes of connection between past and present.
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Nichinan City, Miyazaki Prefecture
宮崎県日南市
This coastal city in Miyazaki serves as the inspiration for Suzume's hometown where she lives with her aunt. The rural landscapes and traditional architecture of the area are beautifully recreated in the film's opening sequences.