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TV drama · 2003

Musashi — filming locations

2 places you can visit, in Hyogo, Yamaguchi. 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

Himeji Castle

Hyogo Start here

The castle where the young Musashi is hung in the keep by the priest Takuan in the story's opening; the white keep is the drama's first image.

Getting there
Himeji Stn (JR Sanyo Main Line) · 19 min walk
Before you go
  • Admission fee required
  • Very crowded — expect queues
  • Narrow passage — do not stop to shoot
Sources
姫路城 · 武蔵 MUSASHI

Ganryujima

Yamaguchi Start here

The Kanmon islet of the 1612 duel with Sasaki Kojiro that the drama builds to.

Getting there
Bus from Shimonoseki Stn, then boat · 5 min walk
Before you go
  • Remote — a car or long bus ride is needed
  • A working harbour — keep clear of nets and gear
  • Keep your voice down
Sources
巌流島 · 武蔵 MUSASHI

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