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ANIME&SUBCULTURE

Come to Chichibu & Yokoze, you can discover the spirit of anime!

Saitama
2hours
Take the Laview , Seibu Railway's cutting-edge limited express train, from Ikebukuro  Station. Known for its unique, futuristic design and large winders offering panoramic views, the Laview provides a comfortable and scenic journey to Yokoze Station, arriving in just 76 minutes.

 This tour explores Chichibu and Yokoze,  locations famously  featured in the anime  "ANOHANA: The Flower We Saw That Day" and " the Anthem of the Heart(KOKOSAKE)".

We'll visit  Daijiji Temple ( Temple No.10), a key location from " KOKOSAKE", and Miharashi no Oka Hill featured in "ANOHANA".

The tour concludes at Buko Onsen. After a relaxing bath in the hot spring, you'll enjoy delicious local cuisine.

Highlights

You'll receive a map featuring the real-life locations in the Chichibu and Yokoze where the anime was set.

1.Temple No. 10 Daijiji 
This temple,  famously featured in the anime "The Anthem of the Heart ( KOKOSAKE)", is  home to  the revered  Binzuru statue, it is believed that touching specific parts of the statue can heal corresponding  body parts. Visitors can also purchase "KOKOSAKE"  themed amulets, votive tablets (ema), knot lotteries  (musubikuji) , making it a special spot for fans.andto heal parts of the body when touched.  

2. Miharashi no Oka Hill
Experience the world of "ANOHANA: The Flower We Saw That Day", an anime about  a goup of six childhood friends who always played together at their secret base.  From Miharashi no Oka Hill, you can enjoy breathtaking  panoramic views of the beautiful Chichibu city.

3. Buko Onsen
Relax and rejuvenate at  Chichibu Yumoto Buko onsen, alkaline simple sulfur spring known for It's skin-beautifying  properties. The facility offers both open-air bath and  a sauna. After your bath, be sure to savor  local gourmet staples such as Buko buckwheat  noodles and  Waraji pork cutlet bowl. 

Max. number of guests

5 People

Itinerary

Total Duration: Approximately 2 to 2.5 hours
1.10:00 AM: Meet at Yokoze Station for an  introductory talk.
2.Walk to Temple No. 10 Daijiji
3.Proceed to Miharashi no Oka Hill
4.Disband at Buko Onsen

Meeting point

Seibu Railway Yokoze Station Main Exit , Saitama, Japan

What to bring

Rental towel blankets are available for 200 yen, or bring your own towels.

Precautions


People with tattoos cannot enter the hot springs.
The cost of Hot spring fee and local gourmet meal are not included.  
Admission fee: Weekdays 700 yen for adults. Weekends and Holidays 900 yen for adults.

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About Attendant

Megumi

"Hi! I'm Megumi , from Taiwan and living in Chichibu for 20 years. I would like to introduce the anime settings, hot springs, cuisine and natural beauty of Chichibu and Yokoze. "

Available Days of the Week

  • Monday
  • Wednesday
  • Friday
1,500JPY

Per Person

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