Question 1

Where is Kawabata?

Accepted Answer

Kawabata is in Hachioji, Tokyo, Japan. You can see its exact position from the map coordinates and the Street View link.

Question 2

Which scene of Food for the Soul does Kawabata appear in?

Accepted Answer

Kawabata appears in EP1 of Food for the Soul.

Question 3

Can I visit Kawabata?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 4

Where was Food for the Soul filmed?

Accepted Answer

Anime and manga are not filmed the way live action is. Their backgrounds are painted from photographs of real locations, and Kawabata is one of those real places (EP1).