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TV anime · 1983

Captain Tsubasa — filming locations

3 places you can visit, in Tokyo, Saitama, Osaka. Every entry gives the nearest station, how long the walk is, and what to mind when you get there.

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Many of these are shrines, schools and people’s streets. Read the conduct note before you go.

Locations · 3

Yotsugi Station

Tokyo Start here

Katsushika, where the author grew up, is the model for Nankatsu. The station is painted with the cast and the statues start here.

Getting there
Yotsugi Stn · At the station
Before you go
  • Never step onto the tracks
  • Do not block the path or road
  • Residential area — people live here
Sources
四ツ木駅 · キャプテン翼

Omiya Park

Saitama

The park and its football ground, where the series' matches are staged in the real world.

Getting there
Omiya Park Stn · 9 min walk
Before you go
  • Keep your voice down
  • Very crowded — expect queues
  • Watch for traffic — do not step into the road
Sources
キャプテン翼

Captain Tsubasa Stadium Tennoji

Osaka

A pitch licensed by the series, under the Tennoji skyline in Osaka.

Getting there
Tennoji Stn · 4 min walk
Before you go
  • Follow staff instructions
  • Admission fee required
  • Do not photograph residents or students
Sources
キャプテン翼

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