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TV drama · 1983

Oshin — filming locations

2 places you can visit, in Yamagata. 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

Ginzan Onsen

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The gas-lit wooden inns along the river that stood in for the drama's Taisho-era town — and the reason coaches still come.

Getting there
Oishida Stn + 40 min by bus · 3 min walk
Before you go
  • Very crowded — expect queues
  • Narrow passage — do not stop to shoot
  • Paying guests have priority
  • Parking is for campers only
Sources
銀山温泉 · おしん

Mogami River

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The river the seven-year-old Oshin is floated down on a raft to be sent into service — the drama's most-remembered image.

Getting there
Aterazawa Stn (JR Aterazawa Line) · 9 min walk
Before you go
  • Keep your voice down
  • Watch for traffic — do not step into the road
Sources
おしん

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