Don't miss the house resembling Sousuke's in the film, located near Ankokuji Temple, and explore the alleyways lined with small fishing boats.
Visitors can experience the 380-year-old Taiami fishing method, as well as the historic Onfunayado Iroha building, where Hayao Miyazaki is said to have interacted with the locals. Blessed with a rich historical heritage, Tomonoura has retained its authenticity since the Edo period, offering a picturesque atmosphere with its traditional wooden houses and Setonaikai National Park. It is a charming port village located in Hiroshima Prefecture and facing the Seto Inland Sea. 'Ponyo' (2008) is another animated film by Hayao Miyazaki which is inspired by a real place: the village of Tomonoura.