Can This Love Be Translated? A Collection of Filming Locations in Japan
A stroll following the first encounter of the two characters in Kamakura and Enoshima, through Shonan locations
The filming for *Can This Love Be Translated?* creates a flow where characters brush by each other and meet again along the Enoden, alleys, and sea views of Kamakura and Enoshima. This collection organizes 11 places where filming took place, cross-checked with local guides and tourism materials, arranged in a sense close to the order of scenes.
Small stations, crossings, and post office fronts are not tourist sets, but actual traffic and living spaces. We also introduce locations where the setting on screen differs from the actual use, such as a ramen shop facade that in reality is a dessert cafe.
The interior of Enoshima has many stairs and slopes, while around Kamakura's tracks, safety and filming rules are strict. Please do not run or approach the tracks to recreate a scene, and prioritize filming guidelines of shrines and shops.
Gokurakuji Station
Kokurakujiguchi Station
Scene in the Drama
Kokurakujiguchi Station appears in Episode 1, where Joo Ho-jin and Cha Mu-hee brush past each other without knowing one another.
Real Location Story
A small station where the Enoshima Electric Railway stops, with a wooden feeling and a calm landscape close to residential areas, creating the unique sentiment of Kamakura.
Screen vs. Reality
While the drama uses the movements of trains, bridges, and alleys as the rhythm of the scene, the actual Kokurakujiguchi Station is a traffic space where passengers and vehicles continuously come and go. Instead of stopping to recreate a screen, you should observe the surrounding scenery within the safe line and walkways.
Visiting Information
The recorded location is in Kamakura City, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. Since it is a small station in a residential area, do not block the passage of passengers and follow safety rules on the platform and tracks. Information that may change, such as operating hours, entrance fee, reservations, and transportation, should be verified again on the day of your visit with the facility or local official channels.
When Visiting
Do not enter the tracks, roads, or work areas, and prioritize the passage of passengers and vehicles. Avoid blocking narrow paths with tripods or group shoots.
Tenzan Lab Area
Around tenzan Lab
Scene in the Drama
The exterior of the ramen shop that the two serendipitously enter was filmed around Enoshima Tenzan Lab. Interior scenes might be filmed at another location.
Real Location Story
This is an actual dessert cafe set in a narrow alley of Enoshima, where the drama used the exterior to fit the ramen shop setting.
Screen vs. Reality
The screen selectively shows seating, lighting, and signs according to the characters and scenes, but the area around Tenzan Lab in reality is not a filming set but a space that welcomes actual customers. Props and arrangements may have changed during filming, so you should prioritize the current operation of the location over replicating the same composition.
Visiting Information
The recorded location is in Fujisawa City, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. As it is a dessert cafe, it is advisable not to expect the same menu or interior as the ramen shop from the drama. Information that may change, such as operating hours, entrance fee, reservations, and transportation, should be verified again on the day of your visit with the facility or local official channels.
When Visiting
Do not leave your camera for extended periods without ordering or reserving, as it could block other customers from exiting, and first check with staff about filming permission.
Enoshima Benzaiten Nakamise Street
Scene in the Drama
The scene where Joo Ho-jin runs with an Italian family's child was filmed in this representative shopping street in Enoshima.
Real Location Story
This is a representative shopping street that leads from the entrance of Enoshima toward the shrine, filled with restaurants and souvenir shops on an uphill path.
Screen vs. Reality
While the drama compresses some sections of Enoshima Benzaiten Nakamise Street around the characters, the actual location is wider and retains its original function. Decorations or control lines may not remain during filming, so exploring the architecture, streets, and surrounding pathways can help easily understand the differences between screen and reality.
Visiting Information
The recorded location is in Fujisawa City, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. Since it is a busy shopping street with many tourists, be careful not to block the passage while attempting to replicate shot compositions. Information that may change, such as operating hours, entrance fee, reservations, and transportation, should be verified again on the day of your visit with the facility or local official channels.
When Visiting
Follow the instructions from the site guides and operators, and do not enter restricted areas for filming. Consider the experiences and portrait rights of other users.
In Front of Enoshima Post Office
Scene in the Drama
Some scenes of characters traveling through the alleys of Enoshima were filmed in front of the Enoshima Post Office inside the island.
Real Location Story
A small post office where postal work for island residents is conducted, alongside a living alley, gives a strong atmosphere of daily life even within a tourist route.
Screen vs. Reality
While the drama compresses some parts of the scene in front of the Enoshima Post Office around the characters, the actual location is wider and continues its original function. Decorations or control lines may not remain during filming, so exploring the architecture, streets, and surrounding pathways can help easily understand the differences between the screen and reality.
Visiting Information
The recorded location is in Fujisawa City, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. Since it is a small alley where actual postal work takes place, it's best to take a short look without blocking the entrance and road. Information that may change, such as operating hours, entrance fee, reservations, and transportation, should be verified again on the day of your visit with the facility or local official channels.
When Visiting
Follow the instructions from the site guides and operators and do not enter restricted areas for filming. Consider the experiences and portrait rights of other users.
Oiwayamichi Street
Scene in the Drama
The scene where Cha Mu-hee hastily searches to return Joo Ho-jin's mobile phone was filmed on the stone path leading to Iwaya Cave.
Real Location Story
A path centered around slopes and stairs leading towards Iwaya Cave on the inside of Enoshima, with varying scenery as you get closer to the sea and cliffs.
Screen vs. Reality
While the drama compresses some sections of Oiwayamichi Street around the characters, the actual location is wider and continues its original function. Decorations or control lines may not remain during filming, so exploring the architecture, streets, and surrounding pathways can help easily understand the differences between the screen and reality.
Visiting Information
The recorded location is in Fujisawa City, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. As it is a path with slopes and stairs, comfortable footwear is needed, and check the lighting and movement paths later in the day. Information that may change, such as operating hours, entrance fee, reservations, and transportation, should be verified again on the day of your visit with the facility or local official channels.
When Visiting
Do not block the passage for residents, merchants, and business users, and avoid long shoots against private properties and gates. Avoid noise in early morning and late night.
Goryo Shrine
Scene in the Drama
The symbolic composition of the Enoden train crossing in front of the white torii gate appears in the scene where Cha Mu-hee returns the mobile phone.
Real Location Story
A shrine in Kamakura located very close to the Enoden tracks, noted for its unique location where the torii gate and train can be seen together in one frame.
Screen vs. Reality
While the drama compresses some sections of Goryo Shrine around the characters, the actual location is wider and continues its original function. Decorations or control lines may not remain during filming, so exploring the architecture, streets, and surrounding pathways can help easily understand the differences between screen and reality.
Visiting Information
The recorded location is in Kamakura City, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. The shrine grounds are a filming prohibition area, and you must not enter the railway crossing to take photos. Information that may change, such as operating hours, entrance fee, reservations, and transportation, should be verified again on the day of your visit with the facility or local official channels.
When Visiting
Worship ceremonies take precedence over tourism. Follow clothing and filming prohibition notices and remain quiet during rites.
Miharashi-tei Area
Around Mihara Shitei
Scene in the Drama
The scene where the two explore Enoshima captures the sea and cliff views around Mihara Shitei in the southwestern part of the island.
Real Location Story
A section overlooking the southwestern sea and cliffs of Enoshima, where you can encounter the island's shopping streets and open coastal scenery.
Screen vs. Reality
While the drama compresses some sections around Mihara Shitei, the actual location is wider and continues its original function. Decorations or control lines may not remain during filming, so exploring the architecture, streets, and surrounding pathways can help easily understand the differences between the screen and reality.
Visiting Information
The recorded location is in Fujisawa City, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. Being closer to the inside of the island, moving around the stairs can take longer, and on clear days, you can see Mt. Fuji from the west. Information that may change, such as operating hours, entrance fee, reservations, and transportation, should be verified again on the day of your visit with the facility or local official channels.
When Visiting
Follow site guides and operator instructions, and do not enter restricted areas for filming. Consider the experiences and portrait rights of other users.
Filming Location Confirmation
Source 1
Katase Fishing Port White Lighthouse
Katase Harbor White Lighthouse
Scene in the Drama
The scene where the two protagonists sit on a bench looking out at the coast and Mt. Fuji was filmed around Katase Harbor and the white lighthouse.
Real Location Story
This is an actual harbor and breakwater facility across from Enoshima, where both the white lighthouse and the view towards the horizon and Mt. Fuji can be seen together.
Screen vs. Reality
While the drama compresses some sections around the Katase Harbor white lighthouse, the actual location is wider and continues its original function. Decorations or control lines may not remain during filming, so exploring the architecture, streets, and surrounding pathways can help easily understand the differences between the screen and reality.
Visiting Information
The recorded location is in Fujisawa City, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. Respect the movement of fishing users and operational facilities, and avoid approaching the breakwater on windy days or when waves are high. Information that may change, such as operating hours, entrance fee, reservations, and transportation, should be verified again on the day of your visit with the facility or local official channels.
When Visiting
Follow site guides and operator instructions, and do not enter restricted areas for filming. Consider the experiences and portrait rights of other users.
Near Hase Station Crossing
Hase Station Nearby Crossing
Scene in the Drama
This is the crossing where the two are walking to find a restaurant, and Joo Ho-jin disappears from view as an Enoden train passes right in front of him.
Real Location Story
A lifestyle crossing near Hase Station where the Enoden train runs between residential areas, characterized by the proximity of trains to alleys.
Screen vs. Reality
While the drama uses the movements of trains, bridges, and alleys as the rhythm of the scene, the actual crossing near Hase Station is a traffic space where passengers and vehicles continuously come and go. Instead of stopping to recreate the screen, you should observe the surrounding scenery within the safe line and walkways.
Visiting Information
The recorded location is in Kamakura City, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. It is a narrow residential area and an actual railway crossing, so do not linger on the tracks and prioritize the passage of residents and vehicles. Information that may change, such as operating hours, entrance fee, reservations, and transportation, should be verified again on the day of your visit with the facility or local official channels.
When Visiting
Do not enter tracks, roads, or work areas, and prioritize the passage of passengers and vehicles. Avoid blocking narrow paths with tripods or group shoots.
Enoshima Sea Candle
Scene in the Drama
The Sea Candle appears in the scene where Joo Ho-jin visits Enoshima Viewing Lighthouse to find Shin Ji-seon.
Real Location Story
This is a paid facility inside Samuel Cocking Garden, from where you can overlook the Shonan coast and the surrounding islands from a height.
Screen vs. Reality
While the drama compresses some sections around Enoshima Sea Candle, the actual location is wider and continues its original function. Decorations or control lines may not remain during filming, so exploring the architecture, streets, and surrounding pathways can help easily understand the differences between the screen and reality.
Visiting Information
The recorded location is in Fujisawa City, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. Check the official website for operating hours, last admission times, and seasonal night lighting of the paid garden and observatory. Information that may change, such as operating hours, entrance fee, reservations, and transportation, should be verified again on the day of your visit with the facility or local official channels.
When Visiting
Follow site guides and operator instructions, and do not enter restricted areas for filming. Consider the experiences and portrait rights of other users.
Inamuragasaki Park
Scene in the Drama
Inamuragasaki Beach Park was used as the background for the Japanese scenes along the Shonan coast and Enoden.
Real Location Story
This coastal park looks out towards Shonan coast, Enoshima, and Mt. Fuji, known for its stunning sunsets and changing sea views.
Screen vs. Reality
The light, surface of the water, mountain ranges, and coastal colors captured on screen rely heavily on the time of filming, season, and weather. You can’t guarantee the same scenery at Inamuragasaki Park, so it’s better to prioritize the current weather and nature conservation rules over scene replication.
Visiting Information
The recorded location is in Kamakura City, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. On clear days, you can see Enoshima and Mt. Fuji together, but watch out for coastal rocks and high waves. Information that may change, such as operating hours, entrance fee, reservations, and transportation, should be verified again on the day of your visit with the facility or local official channels.
When Visiting
Check for weather deterioration and exploration controls, and do not stray from designated pathways. Prioritize safety distances around coasts, cliffs, and wildlife over taking pictures.
Kokurakuji, Hase, and Inamuragasaki can be connected via the Enoden, and the internal locations of Enoshima can be gathered by walking. However, if you plan to go back and forth to the viewpoints inside the island, it's good to leave some leeway in your day's schedule due to the long stair movements.
You must wait within the safe line for the moment a train enters the frame. At crossings, stations, and harbors, passenger and worker movements take precedence over photos, and on days with strong winds, avoid approaching the breakwater and coastal rocks.
Cafe operating days, closing times for admission to the Sea Candle, night lighting in gardens, and filming restrictions at shrines can change frequently. Check the latest official notices of each facility before departure to effortlessly follow the Japanese itinerary of the work.
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