The Anthem of the Heart (2015) – Filming Locations
Animation / Drama / Music / Romance · Directed by Tatsuyuki Nagai · Starring Koki Uchiyama, Inori Minase
A young girl had her voice magically taken away so that she would never hurt people with it, but her outlook changes when she encounters music and friendship. Will Naruse be able to convey the anthem of her heart?
Where was The Anthem of the Heart filmed?
- Chichibu, Japan, Chichibu – Opening scenes establishing the protagonist's hometown and daily life. The film is primarily set in and around Chichibu, a mountainous city in Saitama Prefecture, which serves as the central backdrop for the story
- Chichibu, Japan, Chichibu – School scenes and the choir club activities throughout the film. The high school where the main characters attend and where much of the narrative unfolds, particularly the choir club's journey
- Chichibu, Japan, Chichibu – Transportation and arrival scenes establishing the town's character. The station and surrounding area contribute to establishing Chichibu as a real, lived-in community central to the film's setting