Exploring Kasukabe, the Town of Crayon Shin-chan: 15 Must-Visit Spots for Nohara Family Fans
Exploring Kasukabe, the Town of Crayon Shin-chan: 15 Must-Visit Spots for Nohara Family Fans
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Exploring Kasukabe, the Town of Crayon Shin-chan: 15 Must-Visit Spots for Nohara Family Fans
My hometown, Kasukabe, is the ultimate destination for Crayon Shin-chan fans! From Futaba-cho where the Nohara family lives, to the real-life inspirations for Sato Kokonokado and the Action Department Store, plus the ever-growing number of character monuments around town. Starting from Kasukabe Station, here are 15 spots to enjoy a leisurely stroll through Shin-chan's world. *Note: We've included some spots that have closed or moved to keep a record of the town's history.
2026.07.20
·Total ~29km
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Kasukabe Station
The gateway to Shin-chan's town! You'll find fun Shin-chan decorations inside and around the station, making it the perfect starting point for your pilgrimage.
〒344-0062 埼玉県春日部市粕壁東１丁目１−１ 三河屋ビル 1F
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Plat Kasukabe
Kasukabe's tourist information center. They have a great selection of Shin-chan merchandise and exhibits. Stop by here first to gather info for your tour!
〒344-0061 埼玉県春日部市粕壁１丁目３−４ ぷらっとかすかべ
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Furutone Koen Bridge
A bridge over the Furutone River that looks just like the riverside scenes from the anime. With its sculpture-lined promenade, it's a lovely spot for a relaxing stroll.
埼玉県春日部市 古利根公園橋
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Kasukabe City Local History Museum
A local history museum that welcomed a brand-new Shin-chan monument in 2025. It's a great place to learn about Kasukabe's history while snapping a photo with Shin-chan!
〒344-0062 埼玉県春日部市粕壁東３丁目２−１５
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Action Department Store (Former Robinson's Department Store)
The real-life model for the 'Action Department Store' where Shin-chan always gets lost (formerly Robinson's Department Store). Today, the building houses the Takumi Otsuka Kasukabe flagship furniture store.
〒344-8533 埼玉県春日部市粕壁東２丁目５−１
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Sato Kokonokado (Former Ito-Yokado Kasukabe)
The former site of the Ito-Yokado Kasukabe store, which inspired the anime's famous 'Sato Kokonokado' supermarket. Although it has sadly closed, this massive supermarket was long beloved as a symbol of Shin-chan's hometown.
〒344-0067 埼玉県春日部市中央１丁目１３−１
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Kasukabe City Hall
Renovated in 2024 as an official fan spot! You'll find fun Shin-chan decorations and great photo opportunities inside.
〒344-0067 埼玉県春日部市中央７丁目２−１
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Baba Garden (Lala garden KASUKABE)
Lala garden KASUKABE, the shopping mall believed to be the inspiration for 'Baba Garden' in the series. It's the perfect spot to do some shopping and take a quick break.
〒344-0064 埼玉県春日部市南１丁目１−１
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Futaba-cho (Nohara Family's Neighborhood)
The neighborhood that inspired the Nohara family's fictional address, '904 Futaba-cho, Kasukabe City.' Fun fact: in 2004, Kasukabe City actually registered Shinnosuke as an official special resident!
〒344-0123 埼玉県春日部市永沼１１４０−２
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Angel Dome
A children's center featuring bronze statues of the entire Nohara family. It's a fantastic photo spot where the whole family is waiting to welcome you!
〒344-0004 埼玉県春日部市牛島３７１−１
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Tokaen (Ushijima's Wisteria)
Home to 'Ushijima's Wisteria,' a National Special Natural Monument that is over 1,200 years old! It's one of Kasukabe's most famous landmarks, and the blooming wisteria in spring is absolutely breathtaking.
〒344-0004 埼玉県春日部市牛島７８６
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Uchimaki Park
A spacious, nature-filled park believed to be the model for the park where Shin-chan and his friends play. It features obstacle courses, open grassy fields, and plenty of space to run around.
〒344-0051 埼玉県春日部市内牧３０９０
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Michi-no-Eki Showa
A roadside station featuring a cute Shin-chan monument. It's the perfect place to pull over for a break, grab some local snacks, and pick up souvenirs.
〒344-0121 埼玉県春日部市上柳９９５
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Harukaito (Giant Kite Cultural Exchange Center)
Opened in August 2024, this cultural center celebrates Kasukabe's famous giant kites. It's a wonderful new community hub that blends local tradition with the town's Shin-chan identity.
〒344-0102 埼玉県春日部市西宝珠花５９３
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Metropolitan Area Outer Underground Discharge Channel (Ryukyukan)
Often called the 'Underground Temple,' this is one of the world's largest underground flood diversion systems. At the Ryukyukan museum, you can book tours and buy unique souvenirs. It's an engineering marvel that Kasukabe is incredibly proud of!
〒344-0111 埼玉県春日部市上金崎７２０