The TV anime "Deaimon" began airing on April 6, 2022.
Set in Midorimatsu, a Japanese confectionery shop in Kyoto, the highlight of the story is the heartwarming bonding that wagashi brings people together.
Such "Deaimon" is set in Kyoto, and there are several sacred places.
Therefore, we would like to compile a list of sacred places that appear in Kyoto in "Deai Mon".
■What is the synopsis of Deaimon?
Deaimon, a manga work written by Rin Asano.
It has been serialized in Young Ace since the May 2016 issue and was adapted into an anime in April 2022.
The word "deai-mon" is a Kyoto word meaning "food that brings out the best in each other when the ingredients are matched," and is said to refer to a good combination of foods.
Let's begin with a look at the synopsis of "Deai Mon" here.
Synopsis released from the official website
Kazuka Yukihira mistakes Kazu Nono for her missing father in front of Kyoto Station. Kaz Yukihira mistook him for his father, but did not realize that he was the "heir apparent" of Midorimatsu, a Japanese confectionery shop to which Kazuka is indebted. He is the "son" of Midorimatsu, a Japanese confectionery shop that Kazuka has been working with. A little incident happens to Kazu and Kazuka when they start working together at "Midorimatsu.
Deaimon's pilgrimage to sacred places in Kyoto: Kamo Ohashi Bridge
Outline
It appears in the opening of "Deai Mon" and other programs.
Since it is Kazuka and Bigen's route to school, this Kamo Ohashi bridge also appears in the scene in episode 2 where Bigen is watching a video.
It is a place that appears in numerous other stories.
Below the bridge, the Kamogawa Delta stretches out, crowded with children playing in the river and people coming to see the sights.
Incidentally, the name "Delta" is said to be because it resembles the shape of the Greek letter Δ (delta).
○Detailed explanation of "Kamo Ohashi Bridge
Kamo Ohashi Bridge is a short walk from Exit 1 or 3 of Demachiyanagi Station.
Located downstream of the confluence of the Takano River and the Kamo River, this bridge passes through Imadegawa Dori.
The bridge was designed by modern architect Goichi Takeda.
Construction was completed in 1931.
Please pay attention to the stone lanterns with lantern railings, etc., as you walk along.
The bridge is a great place to sightsee both above and below the bridge: the Kyoto-like townscape above the bridge and the murmuring of the Kamo River below the bridge....
You can also go down and cross the stone steps.
You can also get a beautiful view of the entire Kamogawa Delta from the top.
Address
Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
How to access
About 2 minutes on foot from Demachiyanagi Station on the Keihan Railway
Deaimon's pilgrimage to sacred places in Kyoto 2.
Outline
In the opening of "Deaimon," a beautiful hydrangea is shown, isn't it?
The light blue and pink heart-shaped hydrangeas gave a very beautiful impression, and this was modeled after the Mimuroto-ji temple in Kyoto.
Speaking of Mimuroto-ji Temple, flowers such as hydrangea, lotus, autumn leaves, cherry blossoms, rhododendrons, and azaleas can be seen in the garden, and visitors can enjoy seasonal flower scenes.
By the way, hydrangeas at Mimuroto-ji Temple bloom from June to early July.
Look for heart-shaped hydrangeas like in the cartoon.
○Detailed explanation of "Mimuroto-ji Temple
Mimuroto-ji Temple is a separate head temple of the Honzan Shugen sect in Uji City, Kyoto Prefecture.
The main deity is the Thousand-armed Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva.
It is said to have been built during the Hogei period (770-781), and has such cultural assets as a standing wooden statue of Shakyamuni Buddha, a standing wooden statue of Bishamonten, two seated side chaplains, and a wooden statue of Amida Nyorai.
Address
21 Shigadani, Uji, Uji City, Kyoto, Japan
Phone number
0774-21-2067
How to access
Approx. 15 minutes walk from Mimuroto Station of Keihan Railway
○Official homepage
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Deaimon's pilgrimage to sacred places in Kyoto 3. "Kyoto Tower
Outline
Kyoto Tower is also famous as a sacred place for "deai-mon.
The film begins with a scene of Kazu returning home to Kyoto from Tokyo, and when the Kyoto Station area is shown, Kyoto Tower also appears.
Compare the bus rotary, trees, etc., which are faithfully reproduced.
Kyoto Tower" is explained in detail.
Kyoto Tower was built in December 1964.
It was built on the site of what was originally a post office building.
Designed by Mamoru Yamada and constructed by Obayashi Corporation, it differs from the Tokyo Tower and other towers in that it does not use a steel frame.
Since Kyoto has no sea, it was built in the motif of a lighthouse that illuminates the city and stands 131 meters high.
This height was initially chosen because the population of Kyoto City was 1.31 million.
The attraction of Kyoto Tower is the view of Kyoto from the tower.
It offers a 360-degree view of the town, and Kiyomizu-dera Temple and To-dera Temple can be seen from above.
There is a hotel, a large bathhouse, and a restaurant inside, so be sure to visit.
Incidentally, Kyoto Tower is also known locally as Otosan.
Kyoto Tower is home to Blue Exorcist, Hibike! Euphonium, Detective Conan, and K-ON! Euphonium, Detective Conan, K-ON!
Address
721-1 Higashishioji-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
Phone number
075-361-3215
How to access
About 2 minutes walk from JR "Kyoto Station".
○Official homepage
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Deaimon's pilgrimage to sacred places in Kyoto 4.
Outline
Kyoto Station appears in the first episode of Deaimon.
At that time, signs, entrances, exits, and information boards for the Karasuma Exit station appeared.
You will see in the animation that they are represented realistically.
Wa is looking at the information board, Dad! and calls out to the man.
Learn more about "Kyoto Station".
Kyoto Station is located in Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture.
The station is served by JR West, JR Tokai, Kintetsu, and Kyoto Municipal Subway lines, and is used by many people per day.
This station building was designed by architect Hiroshi Hara.
The platform 0 of Kyoto Station is 558 meters long, and it is said that this is the longest station platform in Japan.
It also has the largest number of express trains arriving and departing in Japan.
Address
8-3 Higashishiokoji Takakura-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto
Phone number
075-361-4401
How to access
Directly connected from JR "Kyoto Station
○Official homepage
https://www.kyoto-station-building.co.jp/
Deaimon's pilgrimage to a holy place in Kyoto: "Ganshundo Higashi-ten
Outline
Deaimon is set in Midorimatsu, a Kyoto-based confectionery shop.
It is said that the model for such green pine trees was the Ganshundo East Store.
Although it is not known if this store was the model for the new store, the location is similar, and Rin Asano, the author of the original story, visited Ganshundo East Store when she wrote "Deai Mon" for an interview.
Indeed, if you compare it to the cartoon, you can see the similarity in appearance.
○Detailed description of "Ganshundo East Store
Ganshundo East Store has a very long history of making Japanese sweets.
It also serves as a purveyor of traditional confections to Toyokuni Shrine and the former Rokujo Palace, and is said to have deep ties with shrines and temples.
Ganshundo Higashi-ten was founded in 1865 by Seishichi Fujiya, the first generation.
Now in its sixth generation, the company has already released several products to the world by successfully integrating today's technology.
Please visit Kyoto to taste sweets made in such a blessed land where Kyoto sweets are nurtured with quality ingredients, water, and the natural seasonal calendar that is woven into the fabric of the four seasons.
There is also a Japanese confectionery class, which is recommended for those who want to experience something unique to Kyoto.
Address
511-1 Chayamachi, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
Phone number
075-561-1318
How to access
Approximately 5 minutes walk from Kiyomizu Gojo Station of Keihan Railway
○Official homepage
https://www.kanshundo.co.jp/aboutus/shop/higashi/
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Deaimon's pilgrimage to sacred places in Kyoto 6.
Outline
When you come to a residential area in Kyoto, you will often see "stones" placed on the corners of the streets.
This is called "ikezu-ishi.
Ikezu Ishi also appears in the anime "Deai Mon".
Located near Kawabata Imadegawa.
Try to find a place where the stones and plants placed match.
○ Detailed explanation of "ikezu-ishi" (stone)
To begin with, ikezu stones are often placed near the boundary between the corner of a house and a public street, which is private property.
These stones are placed to prevent cars from stopping or being pulled over, and to avoid contact with eaves and other surfaces.
The resident who lives in the house probably puts it on the corner.
In a gentler sense, it is also meant as a warning to cars turning a corner to be careful.
It is a thoughtful way to avoid scraping the walls or causing problems with the car.
Kyoto is full of narrow alleys and one-way streets.
In order to prevent strangers from having accidents in the alley, "ikezu-ishi" are set up, though not in a pleasing way.
Address
Near Tanakashitoyanagi-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
How to access
5 min. walk from Demachiyanagi Sta. of Keihan Railway
Deaimon's pilgrimage to sacred places in Kyoto 7. "In front of Imadegawa Subway Station
Outline
In Deai-mon episode 1, Ichika says, "Would you like a manjuu? Midorimatsu's manju is delicious! The shop is located in front of Imadegawa Subway Station.
He appeared in a scene selling manjuu in front of Imadegawa subway station, thinking that the fictitious order was his fault.
The fact that the child was selling manjuu alone caused concern....
It was here that Wa sang a song wearing a headdress, and surely the spaciousness of the area in front of the station will be impressive.
○Detailed explanation of "In front of Imadegawa Subway Sta.
Imadegawa Station (Imadegawa-eki) is located in Okamatsu-cho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture.
This station on the Kyoto Municipal Subway Karasuma Line is used by more than 10,000 people a day.
This is the closest station to Doshisha University and Doshisha Women's University, so many students use this place.
With fashionable cafes and cake shops nearby, it is the perfect place to take a stroll and let your stomach grow fonder.
Address
Okamatsu-cho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
Phone number
075-441-6780
How to access
Short walk from Imadegawa Station on the Kyoto Municipal Subway Karasuma Line
Deaimon's pilgrimage to sacred places in Kyoto 8.
Outline
The Kyoto Gyoen was featured in one episode of "Deai Mon."
They sit on a bench and talk about manjuu.
Ichika's Japanese air was awkward, but it was also a scene that made me feel somewhat refreshed.
You can enter this Kyoto Imperial Garden for free, so stop by for a pilgrimage to the Holy Land.
Learn more about the Kyoto Gyoen.
The Kyoto Gyoen is a historic place that has preserved the vestiges of Kyoto since the Heian-kyo Capital was founded.
This park is surrounded by Imadegawa Dori, Karasuma Dori, Teramachi Dori and Marutamachi Dori.
Highlights include the "Hamagurimi-gomon," a remnant of the Hamagurimon Incident, and the dominating teahouse "Shusuitei" (tea house).
The Kyoto Gyoen also has tennis courts, a gate ball field, plazas and a children's park.
Address
Kyoto Gyoen, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
Phone number
075-211-6364
How to access
Approximately 5 minutes walk from Marutamachi Station on the municipal subway Karasuma Line
○Official homepage
Deaimon's pilgrimage to a holy place in Kyoto 9.
Outline
This is also the Ajari Mochi Honpo Mangetsu Honten, which is said to be the model for Midorimatsu.
There are many long-established Japanese confectionery stores in Kyoto, and it is not certain which one is the actual model.
However, it was the Ganshundo East store that was interviewed, and the Ajari Mochi Honpo Mangetsu Honten is said to have the same location and a similar store appearance.
○Detailed explanation of "Ajari Mochi Honpo Mangetsu Honten".
Ajari Mochi Honpo Mangetsu Honten" is a store that sells traditional Japanese sweets and manju over the counter.
Ajarashi mochi has become a standard Kyoto souvenir, popular for the softness of its skin and the lightness of its red bean paste.
There is not only the main store but also the Kinkakuji store, so please try it.
Address
139, Tanaka-oigimachi, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
Phone number
075-791-4121
How to access
Approximately 7 minutes walk from Demachiyanagi Station on the Eizan Line
○Official homepage
http://www.ajyarimochi.com/a_hontengoannai.html
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Deaimon's pilgrimage to sacred places in Kyoto 10.
Outline
Yoshida Shrine was featured in episode 5 of "Deai-mon."
The torii gate, stone pavement, and stone monuments are painted exactly as they appear.
The three proceed to visit the shrine while reminiscing.
God, may I someday become a wonderful adult like Kanoko-san and Bigen-chan. I hope I can become a wonderful adult like Kanoko-san and Mikoto-chan someday.
○Detailed explanation of "Yoshida Shrine".
Yoshida Shrine dates back to the Heian period (794-1185) when Fujiwara no Yamakage, a court noble, welcomed and enshrined the god Kasuga at Mt.
Yoshida Shrine is said to bring various benefits, and many people come to the shrine to seek blessings such as prosperous business, good luck, protection from bad luck, good marriage, and academic study.
Also featured in "Deai-mon" is Soga Shrine (Soga-jinja).
This is a place of deep faith from people in the confectionery profession.
The shrine is dedicated to Tadimamorinomikoto, who is believed to have brought the tangerine tree back to Japan, and Hayashi Joinomikoto, who is believed to have created the steamed buns.
It's a wonder drug of immortality, which is like what we now call tangerine or mitsukan." So they said, and the cartoon told us to eat a lot of it starting this year.
Address
30, Yoshida Kaguraoka-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto
Phone number
075-771-3788
How to access
Approximately 20 minutes walk from Demachiyanagi Station on the Keihan Electric Railway Kamoto Line
○Official homepage
https://www.yoshidajinja.com/access.htm
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■ Summary
How was it?
In this issue, we have compiled a list of sacred places that appear in Kyoto in "Deai Mon".
In Deaimon, a number of sacred places appear, from well-known tourist destinations to slightly minor spots.
Not only the places recommended this time, but also Philosopher's Path, the approach to Ginkakuji Temple, and the main gate of Kyoto University are said to be sacred places, so why don't you take your time to visit them?
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