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TV drama · 2011

Ohisama — filming locations

3 places you can visit, in Nagano. 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

Mt Jonen

Nagano Start here

The Azumino skyline the drama opens on; the peak stands over the wasabi fields and buckwheat of the story.

Getting there
Taxi from Hotaka Stn, then trail · 360 min walk
Before you go
  • A real trail — wear shoes you can climb in
  • Remote — a car or long bus ride is needed
  • Keep your voice down
Sources
おひさま (テレビドラマ)

Matsumoto Station

Nagano

The way into the Azumino country the drama is set in, under the Northern Alps.

Getting there
Matsumoto Stn · At the station
Before you go
  • Never step onto the tracks
  • Very crowded — expect queues
  • Do not block the path or road
Sources
おひさま (テレビドラマ)

Narai-juku

Nagano

The kilometre of Edo post-town frontage on the Nakasendo used for the drama's Nagano streets.

Getting there
Narai Stn (JR Chuo Main Line) · 11 min walk
Before you go
  • Residential area — people live here
  • Keep your voice down
  • Buy something if you photograph a shop
Sources
奈良井宿 · おひさま (テレビドラマ)

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