Anime Outside Japan

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Not every anime is set in Japan. Some occur in other areas and times much different than the beautiful countryside of Japan or the busy streets of Tokyo. The change in scenery makes it easier to immerse the viewer in a story that the anime wants to tell. So, here are five anime that take place outside of Japan.

Born during the Warring States of ancient China (475-221 BCE), Shin and Hyou (Chinese: Xin and Piao, respectively) are left orphans and now live as servants in the kingdom of Qin. They dream of becoming “Great Generals of the Heavens” to escape their current lives. But one day, a minister separates the two by taking Hyou to the royal palace. A few months later, Hyou returns home at the brink of death, urging Shin to go to another village. There, Shin meets China’s young King, Ei Sei (Yin Zheng), who bears a striking resemblance to Hyou.

Follows Shin as he makes his mark on the blood-soaked history of China. Through various trials and tribulations, Shin carves his own path to become a great general of the historic Warring States — and in doing so, unify China.

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Is a fictional adaptation of the Warring States period, it’s interesting, especially for history buffs, to see a compact version of China’s rich and turbulent history come to life.

In 18th-century France, Lia de Beaumont, servant to the King, Louis XV, is found floating inside a coffin in the river Seine. Someone had injected her body with mercury, thus becoming perfectly preserved for all eternity. According to the Church, if the soil can’t consume a body, then the soul can’t ascend to Heaven. Therefore, it will remain wandering the human realm.

Hearing this news, her brother, D’Eon pledges to find her killer. However, it isn’t D’Eon exacting revenge, but Lia, who can possess her brother’s body. Their quest for retribution leads them across Europe, which in turn lights the first sparks of the French Revolution.

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From Versailles to Russia to England, each scene comes to life, thanks to its historically accurate details. The people, locations, and organizations are all well-researched, with many of the character and background designs based on historical portraits from the 18th century. The series takes you back almost 300 years ago, delivering an authentic portrayal of pre-Napoleonic Europe.

Centers around Nadya Ruslanov, a Soviet teenager with psychic abilities. The Soviet Union drafts her and other gifted teenagers from around the country to form a special team to fight the invading Nazi forces. Leading the German army is an SS Officer who wants to raise the 12th-century Crusaders from the dead, the Order of the Sacred Cross, to aid the Nazi cause.

Doesn’t have a unique take on WW2, it does, however, have a realistic portrayal of society’s post-war mindset. The film discusses the history and a lot of Soviet-era archetypes during that time, as well as the spiritual side or the afterlife. On top of that, it sheds light on the Soviet Armed Forces and how its soldiers are proud of their Motherland — they’re ready to defend it and give up their lives to protect their culture and beliefs.

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Follows a large cast of colorful characters who, in one way or another, get themselves involved with an immortality elixir. The series comes to life through the fragmented points of view of each character, which, as a result, tells their different life stories during the mid-1930s.

Is one of the most popular series that takes place outside of Japan. The series has gained popularity due to its unique storytelling and its realistic portrayal of such a tumultuous time in American history.

The setting gave the series that Americana touch not found in other anime with a foreign setting. The English voice actors also made the series more authentic with their representation of different regional accents, especially when it came to imitating the era’s Italian gangsters and urban citizens.

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Follows renowned neurosurgeon Kenzou Tenma working in Germany. One day, he’s forced to choose between operating on the Mayor or a young boy with a gunshot wound to the head. Despite pressure from his peers to select the Mayor, Tenma decides to work on the child, as he arrived first. But when a string of murders points to that same kid, Tenma sets out to find the true identity of his former patient — a journey that would shake Tenma’s beliefs and morals.

Throughout the series, Tenma travels around Germany and several other European countries in search of the young boy. This leads him to discover a deep-rooted secret linked to illegal experiments, similar to when Nazis ruled over a significant part of Europe, in which Nazi scientists conducted horrible tests on people to further understand the human psyche and use it as a weapon.

Zuleika is a fan contributor at and focuses on Anime with words on Vocal, Movie Pilot and Fanime BLOG. She's a big fan of horror, gore and mystery anime. Loves series, movies, and games that have to do with bloodthirsty but equally intelligent psychos.While there are hundreds to choose from, we’ve selected 10 anime that use fascinating and unique real-life settings worthy of visiting! We’ve also ensured a balance of locations across Japan, so you can tour lots of the country on anime alone! Even without their anime connection, each one of these places makes for exciting sightseeing and are easy to get to!

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Most of Bunny Girl Senpai takes place in Japan's second most populous prefecture, Kanagawa (神奈川県). Renowned as a beachy and laid-back area popular with tourists, there is lots of anime-related sightseeing to do here!

Among its numerous settings, the biggest highlight is Enoshima (江の島), a tiny island off the coast of Fujisawa City (藤沢市) that is connected to the mainland via bridge. Attractions seen in the anime include the stunning Enoshima Shrine (江ノ島神社) and the Nakamise Shopping Street (仲見世通り), where you can sample the scrumptious whitebait famous in the area. The widely publicized promotional image featuring the titular bunny girl in front of a jellyfish aquarium is from Enoshima Aquarium’s Jellyfish Fantasy Hall. A short walk from the island along the mainland coast will bring you to Shichirigahama Beach (七里ヶ浜), where many of the anime’s dramatic beachside scenes take place.

Since 2012, the Love Live franchise has been an enormous multimedia sensation in Japan, and its sequel, Love Live! Sunshine!! was naturally a huge hit. Unlike its predecessor’s boisterous Tokyo setting, Sunshine mostly takes place in the small city of Numazu (沼津市), above the Izu Peninsula. The city has a lot to offer and can be visited as a day trip from Tokyo. Iconic locations from the anime include Numazu Station (沼津駅), Nakamise Shopping Street (仲見世商店街), the Kano River (狩野川), and Bentenjima Shrine (弁天島神社) (pictured).

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However, the biggest highlight is in the Uchiura Mito (内浦三津) district, where you can find the model for the traditional Japanese inn that idol Chika and her family run and live in. In real life it is called Yasudaya Ryokan (安田屋旅館), and it is open for business! You’ll notice loads of similarities between the real and fictional version both inside and out!

While Neon Genesis Evangelion takes place in a barely recognizable post-apocalyptic world, there is enough of the mountainous hot spring Hakone (箱根) region featured to warrant a visit. Within the story, Hakone, around two hours by train from Tokyo, is the site of the fortified city of Tokyo-3 and its mountains, lakes, and streets are often ravaged by fierce fights between the Eva Units and the Angels. One iconic location is Lake Ashi (芦ノ湖), a gorgeous lake with Mt. Fuji views and an eye-catching torii gate in the water (pictured). The lake acts as the battleground for Shinji and Rei’s fight against the powerful angel Ramiel in episodes five and six. Those with keen eyes might be able to spot the lake’s torii gate in the 2007 film remake.

Even if you don’t find any recognizable locations, Hakone has become enough of a pilgrimage site to prompt the development of Evangelion-themed stores, restaurants, attractions, and more! This includes the recent addition of a two-meter tall Evangelion Unit-01 and diorama of the Nerv complex at Togendai Station (桃源台駅), a terminal on the Hakone Ropeway.

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The complex urban crime drama Durarara!!, based off a light novel of the same name, liberally uses the sights and sounds of Ikebukuro (池袋), with a helping of the supernatural! Ikebukuro, a boisterous commercial district of Tokyo, is a popular youth hang-out and otaku heaven. The city is used so strongly that you’ll doubtlessly run into scenes from the anime almost everywhere you look! Places include Ikebukuro Central Park, Sunshine City 60 Street, Sunshine City, and the Seibu Intersection (pictured). The first episode heavily features Ikebukuro Station (池袋駅) and its ikefukuro owl statue, so you’ll enter the world of Durarara!! the moment you step off the train! Just keep a look out for any flying vending machines!

When They Cry’s fictional setting is based on deeply historic village of Shirakawa-go (白川郷) in Gifu. Along with being a staple anime pilgrimage site, the town's dozens of