Question 1

Where is Awaraonsen Station?

Accepted Answer

Awaraonsen Station is in Awara, Fukui Prefecture, Japan. You can see its exact position from the map coordinates and the Street View link.

Question 2

Which scene of Chihayafuru does Awaraonsen Station appear in?

Accepted Answer

Awaraonsen Station appears in EP5 of Chihayafuru.

Question 3

Can I visit Awaraonsen Station?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Awaraonsen Station is a real place you can visit. Check what it looks like on Street View before you go.

Question 4

Where was Chihayafuru filmed?

Accepted Answer

Anime and manga are not filmed the way live action is. Their backgrounds are painted from photographs of real locations, and Awaraonsen Station is one of those real places (EP5).