ANIME SANCTUARIES

2024•15m

Documentary

Did you know that a lot of your favorite anime are based in real-life locations? Join us on a pilgrimage around Japan to the "Sanctuaries" that are the inspiration of some of the greatest anime!

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Production

NHK, Visual Folklore

Language

Status

Returning Series

First Aired

May 22, 2024

Last Aired

June 5, 2024

Networks

NHK WORLD-JAPAN

Where to Watch

Region US · Lang EN

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Seasons & Episodes

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Season

Love Live! / AKIHABARA

Air date: 2024-05-22

"Anime Sanctuaries" is a show that takes you to the real-life locations behind your favorite anime. Episode one features the long-running series "Love Live!" and its setting - Akihabara in Tokyo.

Wolf Children / Kamiichi Toyama

Air date: 2024-06-05

"Wolf Children" has one of the most devoted cult followings in Anime, with fans from around the globe. We check out its setting—Toyama Prefecture—and learn more about its fascinating history.