Can I easily recreate the Episode 1 shot at Tsukuda Bridge?

Yes. The bridge alignment, riverside railings, and surrounding high-rises still match the anime well, and Street View is useful for fine-tuning your angle before visiting.

Is Tsukuda Bridge accessible on foot for anime pilgrims?

Yes, it is a normal public bridge and riverside area in Chuo City, reachable by walking from Tsukishima Station. Stay clear of traffic and avoid blocking pedestrians while taking photos.

Are there good facilities nearby for a short pilgrimage stop?

Yes. The Tsukuda and Tsukishima area has convenience stores, cafés, and rest spots within walking distance, so it works well as part of a half-day anime location walk.

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March Comes In Like a Lion

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Episode

Ep. 1

Time

22m 32s

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Nearest Station: Tsukishima Station (Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line / Toei Oedo Line)
Walk: 8 minutes on foot
Best time to visit: Late afternoon in winter or on a clear day for a mood close to the anime
Crowd level: Usually quiet

Rei Kiriyama walks alone by the river near Tsukuda Bridge, framed by the quiet urban waterfront.
This moment appears early in the story, when Rei Kiriyama is alone near Tsukuda Bridge. The winter riverside and the emptiness of the bridge reflect his closed-off, lonely state of mind. Although he seems calm on the surface as a new high school student and professional shogi player, he is burdened by family trauma, the alienation of living in someone else’s home, and uncertainty about his own place in the world. He moves through the city as if without a destination, emotionally distant from the scenery around him, showing that he still has not found where he belongs. Later, as he gradually forms bonds with the Kawamoto family, that cold loneliness begins to soften. In real life, this scene is based on the area around Tsukuda Bridge in Chuo, Tokyo, and the bridge structure, river direction, railings, and background high-rises are all highly recognizable, making the recreation very accurate. The anime does not exaggerate the location, instead preserving the open waterfront atmosphere typical of the Sumida River area, allowing Rei’s solitude to blend naturally with the real cityscape. The real site has clearer bridge signage and road fixtures, and visitors can see details such as railings, street lamps, and traffic signs; by contrast, the anime simplifies some text and street information for composition and mood. Because of urban updates and seasonal or weather changes, the plants, water reflections, and lighting on distant buildings may differ slightly, but the overall layout and viewing angle remain easy to match, making it an excellent pilgrimage spot for both on-site visits and Street View comparisons.

Can I easily recreate the Episode 1 shot at Tsukuda Bridge?: Yes. The bridge alignment, riverside railings, and surrounding high-rises still match the anime well, and Street View is useful for fine-tuning your angle before visiting.
Is Tsukuda Bridge accessible on foot for anime pilgrims?: Yes, it is a normal public bridge and riverside area in Chuo City, reachable by walking from Tsukishima Station. Stay clear of traffic and avoid blocking pedestrians while taking photos.
Are there good facilities nearby for a short pilgrimage stop?: Yes. The Tsukuda and Tsukishima area has convenience stores, cafés, and rest spots within walking distance, so it works well as part of a half-day anime location walk.