Question 1

Where is McDonald's Shimo-maruko?

Accepted Answer

McDonald's Shimo-maruko is in Ota, Tokyo, Japan. You can see its exact position from the map coordinates and the Street View link.

Question 2

Which scene of Hanasaku Iroha does McDonald's Shimo-maruko appear in?

Accepted Answer

McDonald's Shimo-maruko appears in EP11 of Hanasaku Iroha.

Question 3

Can I visit McDonald's Shimo-maruko?

Accepted Answer

Yes. McDonald's Shimo-maruko is a real place you can visit. Check what it looks like on Street View before you go.

Question 4

Where was Hanasaku Iroha filmed?

Accepted Answer

Anime and manga are not filmed the way live action is. Their backgrounds are painted from photographs of real locations, and McDonald's Shimo-maruko is one of those real places (EP11).