Suga Shrine in Shinjuku Ward appears, at first, to feature a very ordinary set stone steps with red railings. But for fans of a certain anime, they represent something much more: a slice of anime history. The reason is that the steps played a crucial role in Makoto Shinkai’s smash hit anime Your Name, earning worldwide fame in a fleeting appearance. Yes, the staircase where Taki and Mitsuha meet at the end of the film is real, and you can visit it in Tokyo!
To find this filming location, you’ll want to take the Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line and get off at Yotsuya-Sanchome Station. From there, you’ll need to walk for about 10 minutes to encounter this familiar landscape.
Legions of Your Name fans who visit this place find their own way to enjoy themselves, taking pictures on the stairs and re-enacting the last scene of the movie. If you’re planning to visit, remember to be respectful of local residents, take nothing but pictures, and leave nothing but memories of these famous steps.