Anime has a unique ability to transport us to fantastical worlds, but what if you could step into the real-life locations that inspired these mesmerizing settings? One such enchanting and epic spot is the Hijiri-bashi Bridge in Tokyo, immortalized in Makoto Shinkai’s masterpiece, “Suzume.”

Located in the Akihabara / Ochanomizu neighborhood of Tokyo, Hijiri-bashi Bridge offers visitors a chance to step into the world of “Suzume no Tojimari” and experience the same breathtaking view depicted in the film. As the railroad crosses over the tranquil waters of the Kanda River towards Ochanomizu Station, it is easy to see why this spot captured the imagination of both filmmakers and fans alike.

For those looking to embark on their own anime pilgrimage, here is a small guide to finding the famous Hijiri-bashi Bridge scene location below.

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Anime Real Life Location | Suzume no Tojimari
Hijiribashi 聖橋
4 Chome Kanda Surugadai, Chiyoda City, 101-0062 Tokyo

Access:
approx. 10min walk from Akihabara Station
approx.. 2min walk from Ochanomizu Station

Other popular movie locations from Suzume:

• Miyazaki, Kyushu (where Suzume lives)
• Bungo Mori Roundhouse, Oita Prefecture (Scene, where everything started – Supernatural Door)
• Shin-Kobe Station, Hyogo Prefecture (Farewell Scene)
• Kobe Fruit and Flower Park, Kyogo Prefecture (Theme Park Scene)
• Yawatahama Station, Ehime Prefecture (Suzume waiting for the trrain Scene)
• Yawatahama Port, Ehime Prefecture (where Suzume and Souta get onto the ferry)
• Otani Pond, Ehime (Scene where Suzume met Chika)