VIVANT Pilgrimage: From Kanda Myojin to the Nogi Family Roots in Okuizumo
A collection of real, visitable filming locations from the hit drama "VIVANT" (Season 1, 2023, and the 2026 sequel). From Yusuke Nogi's go-to meeting spot at Kanda Myojin Shrine and a cozy Tsukishima monjayaki shop, to the underground quarry that served as the secret Beppan meeting room, the Tottori Sand Dunes standing in for the Balk Republic desert, and finally Okuizumo in Shimane—the portrayed roots of the Nogi family. Trace the gripping story all the way from Tokyo to the San'in region! *Inaccessible sites like private residences, active hospitals, schools, and private offices are excluded.
2026.09.15
·Total ~1424.4km
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Kanda Myojin Shrine
Nogi's iconic "fixed point" where he visits again and again. The secret signal with the red steamed bun, the final episode's reunion, and parting ways with Drum in the sequel all took place on these shrine grounds. Featured in S1 Ep 3, 6, 8, 10, and sequel Ep 1, 5, 7. The ultimate starting point for your pilgrimage!
〒101-0021 東京都千代田区外神田２丁目１６−２
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Myojin Otokozaka
The steep stone staircase leading down the east side of Kanda Myojin. Nogi walked up here in sequel Ep 1, and Drum dashed up in Ep 5. It's great to walk along with a shrine visit.
〒101-0021 東京都千代田区外神田２丁目７−４
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Rojiura Monja Monkichi Shinten ("Ofudaya" in the drama)
The Tsukishima monjayaki spot where Nozaki and the team gather to talk strategy (called "Ofudaya" in the show). Seen in S1 Ep 3 & 6, as well as sequel Ep 6, where Nogi, Nozaki, and Tojo meet up.
〒104-0052 東京都中央区月島３丁目８−１０
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Nihombashi Mitsukoshi Main Store
The historic department store where Nozaki spots Nogi in the crowd and exchanges words in the grand atrium (sequel Ep 1). The exterior of the neighboring Mitsui Main Building also appears in the same episode.
〒103-8001 東京都中央区日本橋室町１丁目４−１
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Hotel New Otani Tokyo
The suite where the Uehara family took refuge in S1 Ep 10, and the hotel where Nozaki visits Kando Nogi in sequel Ep 1. The sprawling Japanese garden in Kioicho is wonderful for a stroll.
〒102-8578 東京都千代田区紀尾井町４−１
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Akasaka Hikawa Shrine
In sequel Ep 4, Tojo steps out in front of this shrine after stowing away in a truck. It's a tranquil sanctuary known for its ancient ginkgo tree.
〒107-0052 東京都港区赤坂６丁目１０−１２
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Toyosu Market ("Narita Airport Corridor" in the drama)
In S1 Ep 10, the airport corridor where Nogi receives an SD card from Sakurai was actually filmed in the elevated walkways connecting the buildings of Toyosu Market. You can explore it via the visitor routes.
〒135-0061 東京都江東区豊洲６丁目６−１
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Tamagawadai Park (The Hilltop at the Uehara Residence)
Appeared in S1 Ep 10 as the elevated hill where the Uehara family estate is located. You can take a scenic walk along the heights overlooking the Tama River.
〒145-0071 東京都大田区田園調布１丁目６３−１
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Yaoki (In front of Jindaiji)
The teahouse storefront where Nogi talked with Sakurai in S1 Ep 5, and where they face each other once more in sequel Ep 7. Located right by the gates of Jindaiji Temple—be sure to enjoy some famous Jindaiji soba while you're here!
〒182-0017 東京都調布市深大寺元町５丁目１３−６
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Fuda Tenjin Shrine
The shrine Nogi visited in S1 Ep 5. In sequel Ep 7, Sakurai discovers a red bun on these grounds. Combine it with Jindaiji Temple for a fun day out in Chofu.
〒182-0021 東京都調布市調布ケ丘１丁目８−１
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Oya History Museum (Beppan Special Meeting Room)
In sequel Ep 1 & 5, Beppan's top-secret meeting room—supposedly deep in an underground bunker beneath the Ministry of Defense—was filmed inside this massive former underground stone quarry. It stays chilly even in summer (admission fee required).
〒321-0345 栃木県宇都宮市大谷町９０９
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Lockheart Castle
In sequel Ep 8, the "Azerbaijani castle" near the border of the Republic of Ghorbad that Tojo and Ota visit. An authentic Scottish castle dismantled and reconstructed in Gunma.
〒377-0702 群馬県吾妻郡高山村中山５５８３−１
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Ushiku Chateau
In S1 Ep 8, the room where Nogi is interrogated was filmed in the administrative office of this historic winery. Built in the Meiji era, it was Japan's first full-scale authentic winery.
〒300-1234 茨城県牛久市中央３丁目２０−１
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Shiosai Bridge
The bridge over the Kikugawa River where Nogi and Kurosu take Yamamoto in S1 Ep 4. In Ep 5, Nozaki and Shinjo inspect the site. A scenic bridge close to the river mouth.
〒437-1413 静岡県掛川市国安
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Fujikawa Railway Bridge Viewpoint (Michi-no-Eki Fujikawa Rakuza)
In sequel Ep 1, the stunning shot of the Shinkansen crossing the Fujikawa Railway Bridge with Mt. Fuji towering in the background. You can catch the exact same view near this roadside station.
〒421-3305 静岡県富士市岩淵１４８８−１
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Aichi Prefectural Government Main Building ("Japanese Embassy in Balk" in the drama)
In S1 Ep 2, the formal hall where Balk authorities demand the handover of Nogi and the crew was shot in the 6th-floor ceremonial hall (Seicho) of this stately, early-Showa government building.
〒460-8501 愛知県名古屋市中区三の丸３丁目１−２
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Iwamura Castle Town & Kimura Residence
In sequel Ep 1, the historic castle town street where Nagano and the company president drive, and the traditional restaurant front where they get out. Stroll through an officially preserved historic district.
〒509-7403 岐阜県恵那市岩村町３２９−１
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Ceramic Park MINO
Where Nozaki and Han Lin-shin step out of their car in sequel Ep 4, and where they board the truck bound for Shinshi headquarters in Ep 6. An impressive ceramics culture center nestled in a valley.
〒507-0801 岐阜県多治見市東町４丁目２−５
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Gifu Prefectural Government Building (20th Floor Observation Lobby)
Featured in sequel Ep 2 as the Thai villa where Shinjo hides out, and again in Ep 4 where Nozaki and Han talk. The 20th-floor observation lobby is open to the public.
〒500-8570 岐阜県岐阜市薮田南２丁目１−１
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Tottori Sand Dunes ("Balk Desert" in the drama)
In sequel Ep 8, this doubled as the sweeping Balk desert where Nokor fires his gun. Walk the vast, undulating dunes to experience a scenery that looks convincingly like the Mongolian desert!
〒689-0105 鳥取県鳥取市福部町湯山２１６４−９７１
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Sakai Suido Bridge
In sequel Ep 4, the arch bridge crossed by the police vehicle carrying Shinjo and Chokky. It connects Sakaiminato in Tottori with Matsue in Shimane.
〒684-0017 鳥取県境港市岬町1−2−３ 4 一般国道431号
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Izumo Hinomisaki Lighthouse
In sequel Ep 2, the rocky ledge in front of the lighthouse where Nogi talks with F. This white stone lighthouse is the tallest in Japan, perched atop dramatic Sea of Japan cliffs.
〒699-0763 島根県出雲市大社町日御碕1478
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Izumo Grand Shrine
In S1 Ep 9 flashback, the holy grounds where Nogi's parents, Suguru and Akemi, held their wedding. Filmed right in front of the Kaguraden's monumental sacred straw rope (shimenawa).
〒699-0701 島根県出雲市大社町杵築東１９５
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Ichibata Yakushi Temple
In sequel Ep 1, the tatami room where Nogi recommends Usami for Director General was shot inside the main study (Honbo Shoin) of Ichibata Yakushi. A historic mountaintop temple overlooking Lake Shinji.
〒691-0074 島根県出雲市小境町８０３
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Matsue Castle
The canal bank along Kyobashi River seen in S1 Ep 3, and the area near the prefectural office where Nozaki walked in Ep 5, are both right below Matsue Castle. Combine it with a visit to the National Treasure keep!
〒690-0887 島根県松江市殿町１−５
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Hotel Ichibata
In sequel Ep 1, the exterior of the hotel where Nogi intended to stay. A well-established lakeside hotel in Matsue right along Lake Shinji.
〒690-0852 島根県松江市千鳥町３０ 1F
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Tanabe Family Storehouses
In sequel Ep 4, the cluster of traditional storehouses where Tojo hides. These white-walled earthen storehouses line the historic streets of Yoshida, a town that once flourished with traditional tatara ironmaking.
〒690-2801 島根県雲南市吉田町吉田２４０７
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Oni no Shitaburui Gorge
In S1 Ep 9 flashback, the riverside where Suguru Nogi read books as a student. A striking river valley carved with massive boulders along the Omaki River, complete with walking trails.
〒699-1511 島根県仁多郡奥出雲町三成宇根
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Kabeya Juseikan / Sakurai Family Residence ("Nogi Residence" in the drama)
The Sakurai Family Residence portrayed as the "Nogi Family Estate in Shimane" in S1 Ep 5, returning in the sequel as the cradle of the Nogi roots. You can tour this grand mansion and garden once owned by ironmaking masters (closed in winter; admission fee applies).
〒699-1621 島根県仁多郡奥出雲町上阿井１６５５