Question 1

Where is Shirawara Observation Deck?

Accepted Answer

Shirawara Observation Deck is in Iwami, Tottori, Japan. You can see its exact position from the map coordinates and the Street View link.

Question 2

Which scene of Free! does Shirawara Observation Deck appear in?

Accepted Answer

Shirawara Observation Deck appears in EP2 of Free!.

Question 3

Can I visit Shirawara Observation Deck?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Shirawara Observation Deck is a real place you can visit. Check what it looks like on Street View before you go.

Question 4

Where was Free! filmed?

Accepted Answer

Anime and manga are not filmed the way live action is. Their backgrounds are painted from photographs of real locations, and Shirawara Observation Deck is one of those real places (EP2).