【Wasteful Days of High School Girls】 Higashimurayama City, Tokyo
Introduction: “Wasteful Days of High School Girls” and Tokyo’s Sacred Sites
“Wasteful Days of High School Girls” (commonly known as “Joshi Muda”) is a popular manga work by Bino that was adapted into a television anime in 2019 and a live-action drama in 2020, beloved by many fans. The daily comedy featuring distinctive female high school students including the protagonist Tanaka (nicknamed: Baka), Kikuchi (nicknamed: Robo), and Sagimiya (nicknamed: Ota) has captured the hearts of many viewers along with the scenery of Higashimurayama City, Tokyo and Tokorozawa City, Saitama, where the story takes place.
This article provides comprehensive information about all filming locations centered on Tokyo for those planning a pilgrimage to the sacred sites of “Wasteful Days of High School Girls.” We cover the actual locations, access methods, notable scenes, and event information necessary for your sacred site pilgrimage.
Tokyo Areas Where “Wasteful Days of High School Girls” Takes Place
Higashimurayama City as the Central Setting
The main setting of “Wasteful Days of High School Girls” is Higashimurayama City, Tokyo. The model locations for “Sainotama Girls’ High School” that the protagonists attend, as well as the shopping streets, parks, and other places where their daily lives unfold actually exist, allowing visitors to experience the scenery depicted in the anime and original work firsthand.
In the 2023 edition of “88 Japanese Anime Sacred Sites Worth Visiting,” Higashimurayama City was officially recognized as a sacred site for the anime “Wasteful Days of High School Girls.” The city actively promotes sacred site pilgrimages, creating an environment welcoming to fans.
Relationship with Tokorozawa City
Tokorozawa City, Saitama Prefecture, adjacent to Higashimurayama City, is also an important area related to the work. In particular, “Tokorozawa Sakura Town” serves as the information hub for anime with various events and stamp rallies, making it a must-visit spot for sacred site pilgrims.
Detailed Guide to Main Sacred Sites
Yasaka Station (Seibu Tamagawa Line)
Basic Information
- Location: 2-chome, Sakae-cho, Higashimurayama City, Tokyo
- Line: Seibu Railway Tamagawa Line
- Nearest Station: Yasaka Station
Appearances in the Work
Yasaka Station is one of the most frequently appearing sacred sites in “Wasteful Days of High School Girls.” Appearing from Episode 1 “Amazing,” the station is depicted as the station where the protagonists use as their school commute route. Scenes of Baka, Robo, and Ota conversing on the station platform and daily scenery of them walking around the station area appear multiple times.
Highlights
Yasaka Station is a single-track local station with the atmosphere depicted in the anime still remaining. The station building exterior, platform structure, and surrounding landscape are all ideal spots for pilgrimage where you can compare the work with the actual location. The view from the station platform in particular is used in the anime’s opening and ending, making it an emotionally impactful moment for fans.
Access
From “Higashimurayama Station” on the Seibu Shinjuku Line, transfer to the Seibu Tamagawa Line and arrive in about 5 minutes. With good access from the city center, it’s ideal as a starting point for your sacred site pilgrimage.
Higashimurayama Central Park
Basic Information
- Location: 5-4-67 Fujimi-cho, Higashimurayama City, Tokyo
- Opening Hours: Always open (Service center: 9:00-17:00)
- Admission: Free
- Management: Public Interest Incorporated Foundation Tokyo Metropolitan Park Association
Appearances in the Work
Higashimurayama Central Park is one of the important settings in “Wasteful Days of High School Girls.” Appearing from Episode 1, it is frequently depicted as a place where the protagonists gather after school and have conversations. Multiple spots within the park including the lawn area, play equipment area, management office, and nearby pedestrian paths appear in the work.
Highlights
The park contains the following sacred sites:
- Lawn Area: Appears in scenes where Baka and friends spend time leisurely. You can experience the openness of the anime’s atmosphere in this spacious area.
- Play Equipment Area: Features actual equipment used in scenes where Baka plays.
- Park Management Office: The building that appears in the work actually exists, allowing you to view the exterior.
- Tamagawa Lake Bicycle and Pedestrian Path: A pedestrian path adjacent to the park that appears in scenes where the protagonists walk.
Event Information
Regular events related to “Wasteful Days of High School Girls” are held at Higashimurayama Central Park. Past events have included the following:
- Higashimurayama Central Park Sacred Site Pilgrimage Stamp Rally (August 3-31, 2025)
- Stamp rally booklets distributed at Higashimurayama Central Park Service Center
- Collect 3 stamps for a postcard, 5 stamps for an acrylic stand
- Merchandise distributed on a first-come, first-served basis; ends when supplies run out
- Higashimurayama Sacred Site Pilgrimage Stamp Rally (November 11 – December 11, 2022)
- Large-scale stamp rally covering Higashimurayama City and Tokorozawa City
- Author Bino participated
The latest event information can be found on the Tokyo Metropolitan Park Association’s official website and Higashimurayama Central Park’s official page.
Access
- About 5 minutes on foot from “Yasaka Station” on the Seibu Tamagawa Line
- About 15 minutes on foot from Higashimurayama Station East Exit on the Seibu Shinjuku Line
- Parking available (paid)
Kumegawa Central Street Shopping Association
Basic Information
- Location: Around Sakae-cho, Higashimurayama City, Tokyo
- Access: Just north of “Kumegawa Station” exit on the Seibu Shinjuku Line
Appearances in the Work
The Kumegawa Central Street Shopping Association appears in scenes where the protagonists shop or stop by after school. The atmosphere of the shopping street and the exterior of stores are faithfully reproduced in the work, and walking through allows you to experience the work’s worldview.
Highlights
Local shops line the shopping street, and nostalgic scenery reflecting the Showa era atmosphere spreads across it. The charm of sacred site pilgrimage lies in searching for specific stores and buildings that appear in the anime while walking through the street. It’s a valuable spot to experience the daily lives of the protagonists.
Yasaka Shopping Association
Basic Information
- Location: Around 1-chome, Sakae-cho, Higashimurayama City, Tokyo
- Access: Around “Yasaka Station” on the Seibu Tamagawa Line
Appearances in the Work
The area around Yasaka Station’s shopping association also appears in the work. Located along the protagonists’ school commute route, it is depicted as an everyday landscape. Though small, the atmosphere of a community-rooted shopping street matches the work’s worldview.
Highlights
Located within walking distance of Yasaka Station, it can be visited in combination with sacred site pilgrimage around the station. Since the details down to the signs on shops and the arrangement of buildings are faithfully depicted in the work, it’s recommended to walk and compare as you go.
Other Sacred Sites
Kumano Shrine
A shrine that served as a model for one that appears in the work. Scenes where the protagonists visit for New Year’s prayers appear, and the atmosphere of the shrine gate and shrine grounds are faithfully reproduced.
Tamagawa Lake Bicycle and Pedestrian Path
Adjacent to Higashimurayama Central Park, this pedestrian path appears in scenes where the protagonists walk or move by bicycle. The scenery along the green-filled road is one of the places symbolizing the work’s peaceful daily life.
Coordination with Tokorozawa Sakura Town
What is Tokorozawa Sakura Town
Basic Information
- Location: 3-31-3 Higashitokoro, Wada, Tokorozawa City, Saitama Prefecture
- Access: About 10 minutes on foot from “Higashitokoro Station” on the JR Musashino Line
- Operation: KADOKAWA Corporation
Role in Sacred Site Pilgrimage
Tokorozawa Sakura Town is a complex facility that opened in 2020 as an information hub for pop culture including anime and manga. Operated by KADOKAWA, the publisher of “Wasteful Days of High School Girls,” it serves as a base for work-related events and merchandise sales.
Stamp Rally Hub
In stamp rallies that follow the sacred sites within Higashimurayama City, Tokorozawa Sakura Town is often set as one of the stamp points, allowing for a more fulfilling sacred site pilgrimage experience when visited together with the Higashimurayama area.
Highlights Within the Facility
- Kadokawa Musashino Museum: Anime and manga exhibitions are occasionally held
- EJ Anime Museum: Permanent anime-related exhibits
- Da Vinci Store: Where work-related merchandise may be purchased
Recommended Sacred Site Pilgrimage Routes
Half-Day Course (approximately 4 hours)
9:00 Start at Higashimurayama Station on the Seibu Shinjuku Line
↓ 15 minutes on foot
9:15 Higashimurayama Central Park
- Visit sacred sites within the park (60 minutes)
- Check event information at the Service Center
↓ 5 minutes on foot
10:20 Yasaka Station
- View the station building and platform (30 minutes)
- Take commemorative photos
↓ Just a short walk
11:00 Yasaka Shopping Association
- Walk through the shopping street (30 minutes)
↓ Travel by train
11:45 Kumegawa Station / Kumegawa Central Street Shopping Association
- Walk through the shopping street (45 minutes)
- Have lunch
↓ Walk
13:00 Other Nearby Spots
- Kumano Shrine, etc. (30 minutes)
13:30 Finish
Full Day Course (approximately 8 hours)
A plan that adds a visit to Tokorozawa Sakura Town in the afternoon to the half-day course.
14:00 Travel from Higashimurayama Station by train
↓ Via Seibu Shinjuku Line and JR Musashino Line
15:00 Tokorozawa Sakura Town
- Tour the facility (120 minutes)
- Purchase merchandise
- Rest at a cafe
17:00 Finish from Higashitokoro Station
Tips for Efficient Pilgrimage
- Weekday visits are recommended: Weekends may be crowded, so weekdays allow for more leisurely pilgrimage.
- Target event periods: During stamp rally periods, you have the chance to obtain limited merchandise.
- Use public transportation: With limited parking, train travel is more convenient.
- Watch the work beforehand: Rewatching the anime or original work before visiting allows for deeper enjoyment.
- Prepare comparison images: Saving anime screenshots on your smartphone makes comparison at the actual location easier.
Stamp Rally and Event Information
Past Events Held
2025 Higashimurayama Central Park Sacred Site Pilgrimage Stamp Rally
- Period: August 3 (Sunday) – August 31 (Sunday), 2025
- Location: Higashimurayama Central Park
- Benefits: 3 stamps for a postcard, 5 stamps for an acrylic stand
- Distribution location: Higashimurayama Central Park Service Center
2022 Higashimurayama Sacred Site Pilgrimage Stamp Rally
- Period: November 11 (Friday) – December 11 (Sunday), 2022
- Location: Yasaka Station, Kumegawa Central Street Shopping Association, Yasaka Shopping Association, Higashimurayama Central Park, Tokorozawa Sakura Town
- Benefits: Original merchandise (first-come, first-served)
- Note: Author Bino participated
How to Check Latest Event Information
The latest event information can be confirmed at the following official websites:
- Tokyo Metropolitan Park Association Official Website
- Higashimurayama Central Park events page
- Tokorozawa Sakura Town Official Website
- Events page
- Higashimurayama City Official Website
- Sightseeing and Events Information
- KADOKAWA Group Portal Website
- Products and Services Topics
- Official SNS
- Latest information is posted on Twitter, Instagram, etc.
Tips for Obtaining Merchandise
Limited merchandise from stamp rally periods is distributed on a first-come, first-served basis and ends when supplies run out, so please note the following:
- Early visits are recommended as events are crowded right after opening
- Popular merchandise may sell out early
- Confirm distribution locations and times in advance
- Plan an efficient route to visit multiple stamp points
Preparation and Etiquette for Sacred Site Pilgrimage
Packing Checklist
Essential Items
- Smartphone (map app, camera function)
- IC transit card
- Beverages
- Work image data (for comparison)
Helpful Items
- Portable battery
- Notebook and pen (for recording impressions)
- Hat and sunscreen (summer)
- Folding umbrella
- Eco bag (for merchandise purchases)
Manners for Sacred Site Pilgrimage
Consideration for Local Residents
- Do not trespass on private property: Even if locations appear in the work, do not enter private land or restricted areas.
- Be mindful of noise: Avoid loud conversations or screaming in residential areas.
- Take all garbage with you: Be thorough about not leaving trash in parks or shopping streets; take it with you.
- Follow traffic rules: Be careful not to get so absorbed in photography that you rush into streets.
Photography Considerations
- Photograph in places that don’t inconvenience other users: At parks and stations where many people are using the facilities, be considerate not to obstruct traffic.
- Be considerate of stores in shopping streets: If stores are reflected in photos, it’s preferable to get permission if possible.
- Check surroundings when using tripods: Avoid using tripods during crowded times or in narrow spaces.
Contributing to Local Economy
During sacred site pilgrimage, you can contribute to the local economy by shopping at local stores or patronizing restaurants. Higashimurayama City’s shopping streets have many attractive shops, and enjoying local cuisine is one of the pleasures of sacred site pilgrimage.
Detailed Access Information
Access to the Higashimurayama Area
Access by Train
From the city center to Higashimurayama Station
- From Shinjuku Station: About 30 minutes on the Seibu Shinjuku Line (express)
- From Ikebukuro Station: About 40 minutes via Takadanobaba Station on the Seibu Ikebukuro Line, transferring to the Seibu Shinjuku Line
- From Tokyo Station: About 50 minutes via Takadanobaba Station on the JR Chuo Line, transferring to the Seibu Shinjuku Line
Access to Yasaka Station
- About 5 minutes on the Seibu Tamagawa Line from Higashimurayama Station
- About 10 minutes on the Seibu Tamagawa Line from Seibu Yuen Land Station
Access by Car
Higashimurayama Central Park has a paid parking lot, but spaces are limited, so public transportation is recommended.
- About 20 minutes from “Shosai IC” on the Kan’etsu Expressway
- About 25 minutes from “Kunitachi-Fuchu IC” on the Chuo Expressway
Access to Tokorozawa Sakura Town
Access by Train
- About 10 minutes on foot from “Higashitokoro Station” on the JR Musashino Line
- About 15 minutes by bus from “Tokorozawa Station” on the Seibu Ikebukuro Line
Travel from the Higashimurayama Area
- From Higashimurayama Station: About 40 minutes via Tokorozawa Station on the Seibu Shinjuku Line, transferring to the JR Musashino Line
Nearby Sightseeing Spots
Lake Tamagawa (Murayama Reservoir)
Lake Tamagawa, a reservoir near Higashimurayama Central Park, is known for its beautiful scenery. You can take walks around the lake or enjoy cycling. Enjoying nature in combination with sacred site pilgrimage is also recommended.
Hachikuni Mountain Green Space
The Hachikuni Mountain Green Space, said to be one of the models for the film “My Neighbor Totoro,” is also located within Higashimurayama City. It features nature-rich walking paths and is perfect for refreshment.
Local Cuisine of Higashimurayama City
Black Grilled Noodles
Black grilled noodles, known as a local specialty of Higashimurayama City, are truly black yakisoba made with squid ink. Provided at multiple shops in the city, be sure to taste them during your sacred site pilgrimage.
Sites Associated with Shimura Ken
Higashimurayama City is also known as the hometown of the late Shimura Ken, and there are Shimura Ken-related spots within the city.
To Enjoy the Work More Deeply
Viewing the Anime Version
It is strongly recommended to watch the 2019 anime version of “Wasteful Days of High School Girls” before sacred site pilgrimage. All 12 episodes run about 24 minutes each, making it easy to watch. Check video distribution services to see if it’s available.
Purchase the Original Manga
Over 10 volumes of the original manga have been released, with many episodes not adapted into anime included. Bringing the original manga and reading it at the actual location during pilgrimage is also a way to enjoy the work.
Live-Action Drama Version
The live-action drama version broadcast in 2020 stars Yui Okada, Yuri Tsunematsu, and Yurika Nakamura. The live-action version was also filmed at the same sacred sites, offering a different perspective for enjoyment compared to the anime version.
Sacred Site Pilgrimage Guide Books
While guide books specific to “Wasteful Days of High School Girls” sacred site pilgrimage have not been released at this time, general anime sacred site pilgrimage guides contain information about effective pilgrimage methods and photography techniques, which can be helpful references.
Significance of Sacred Site Recognition and Future Outlook
Recognition as “88 Japanese Anime Sacred Sites Worth Visiting”
Higashimurayama City was officially recognized as a sacred site for the anime “Wasteful Days of High School Girls” in the 2023 edition of “88 Japanese Anime Sacred Sites Worth Visiting.” This recognition is selected by the Anime Tourism Association and determined through voting by anime fans across the country.
The recognition is expected to increase the awareness and tourism of Higashimurayama City, and the city is actively promoting itself as a sacred site.
Cooperation with Communities
Multiple organizations including Higashimurayama City, local shopping associations, the Tokyo Metropolitan Park Association, and KADOKAWA are cooperating to promote sacred site pilgrimage. Through this cooperation framework, regular events and maintenance of sacred sites are realized, and a welcoming environment for fans has been created.
Future Event Development
Following the success of past stamp rallies, regular events are likely to continue being held. Events are often planned in conjunction with new releases and anniversaries, so it’s recommended to regularly check official information.
Methods for Recording Your Sacred Site Pilgrimage
Sharing on SNS
When sharing your sacred site pilgrimage experiences on SNS, using the following hashtags makes it easier to connect with other fans:
- #女子高生の無駄づかい
- #女子無駄
- #聖地巡礼
- #東村山市
- #東村山中央公園
- #アニメ聖地
Creating a Pilgrimage Notebook
Recording visited locations, photos taken, and impressions in a notebook increases the enjoyment of looking back later. Whether digital or analog, maintain records in a method that works for you.
Taking Comparison Photos
Taking photos at the same angles as scenes in the anime and creating comparison images is a classic way to enjoy sacred site pilgrimage. Smartphone apps allow you to easily create comparison images at the actual location.
Conclusion: The Appeal of “Wasteful Days of High School Girls” Sacred Site Pilgrimage
Sacred site pilgrimage for “Wasteful Days of High School Girls” is a valuable opportunity to actually experience the work’s worldview. The sacred sites centered on Higashimurayama City, Tokyo have good access from the city center and allow you to visit major spots in half a day to a full day.
The sacred sites that appear in the work—Higashimurayama Central Park, Yasaka Station, shopping streets, and more—actually exist, and the anime scenery is faithfully reproduced. Participating in regularly held stamp rallies and events gives you a chance to obtain limited merchandise.
Through sacred site pilgrimage, you can recreate the daily lives of Baka, Robo, and Ota, and deepen your understanding of the work. Remember to be considerate of local residents and follow proper manners as you enjoy a fulfilling sacred site pilgrimage.
Check the official websites of the Tokyo Metropolitan Park Association and Tokorozawa Sakura Town for the latest event information, and plan your visit carefully. Create unforgettable memories at the sacred site of “Wasteful Days of High School Girls” in Higashimurayama.
