Mitakihara Town (見滝原町, Mitakihara-chō) is a provincial city where the story takes place. It was not until recently that development began in the town. Much modern architecture has been constructed since.
Pictures of the Town
Ground-level view of the city at sunset.
Comparison between the factory district skyline in Mitakihara and the factory district shown in Bakemonogatari, a previous work by Akiyuki Shinbo.
Aerial photography of the city.
The hospital that Kamijou is treated at.
The city skyline at night.
Architecture in the Anime versus Real-Life Architecture
Episode 1
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First appearance
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The Burj Khalifa in real life (located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates) compared to the similar-looking building in the OP.
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Opening sequence
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Comparison between Dubai and Mitakihara's skylines.
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9:08
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The shopping mall Madoka and Sayaka go to after school resembles the Weltstadthaus, located in Cologne, Germany.
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14:51
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The bridge featured in episode 1 resembles the Helix Bridge, located in Singapore.
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14:53
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Episode 2
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First appearance
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One of the buildings featured in episode 2 resembles UOB Plaza in Singapore.
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16:03
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Episode 5
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What may be the Empire State Building without its spire.
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9:53
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Another view of the town with the "Empire State Building" in background
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9:53
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The Taipei 101 is part of Mitakihara's skyline
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16:18
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Episode 6
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The Commerzbank Tower in Frankfurt, Germany.
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6:18
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Episode 7
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the Gunma Prefectual Government Building, located in Maebashi, Japan.
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7:01
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The full photo for better comparison. Courtesy of 2ch anon, who went outside to take that perfect picture.
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The full screenshot for comparison.
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Episode 8
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