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TV drama · 2014

Massan — filming locations

2 places you can visit, in Osaka, Hokkaido. 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 · 2

Sumiyoshi Taisha

Osaka Start here

The Osaka shrine of the drama's early chapters, with its steep arched bridge.

Getting there
Sumiyoshi Stn · 3 min walk
Before you go
  • Worshippers come first
  • Extremely crowded over New Year
  • Very crowded — expect queues
Sources
マッサン

Maeda Forest Park

Hokkaido

The poplar avenue in Sapporo used for the drama's Scottish scenes.

Getting there
Teine Stn + 15 min by bus · 5 min walk
Before you go
  • Keep your voice down
  • Few buses — check your return time before you go
  • Watch for traffic — do not step into the road
Sources
前田森林公園

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