{"id":1112,"date":"2025-04-07T22:03:00","date_gmt":"2025-04-07T13:03:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kamakura-rakuanhanare.com\/?p=1112"},"modified":"2025-06-07T17:47:56","modified_gmt":"2025-06-07T08:47:56","slug":"dramamodelcours","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kamakura-rakuanhanare.com\/en\/dramamodelcours\/","title":{"rendered":"A Romantic Journey Through Kamakura: A Model Course Visiting Filming Locations of\u00a0“Saigo Kara Nibanme no Koi (Second to Last Love)”"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Starting April 14, 2025, the long-awaited new series \u201cZoku Zoku Saigo Kara Nibanme no Koi\u201d<\/em> (The Continued, Continued Second to Last Love<\/em>) will be broadcast!
This series is a sequel to the beloved adult romance drama Second to Last Love<\/em>, which aired in 2012 and 2014.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The story captures the delicate nuances of love and life that become more apparent with age. Starring Kyoko Koizumi as Chiaki Yoshino and Kiichi Nakai as Wahei Nagakura, the realistic interactions between the two main characters have deeply resonated with viewers and gained a loyal fan base over the years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Set in the Sakanoshita and Gokurakuji areas of Kamakura, the series showcases the charm of this ancient town\u2014its nostalgic streets and peaceful seaside scenery create the perfect atmosphere for a mature love story.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this guide, we introduce a model course for visiting the filming locations featured in the Second to Last Love<\/em> series.
Whether you’re a longtime fan or planning to watch the series for the first time, this “pilgrimage tour” is a wonderful way to experience the world of the drama while enjoying a spring stroll through Kamakura.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Model Course: One-Day Kamakura Filming Location Tour<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\uff11\uff0eGokurakuji Station<\/strong> \u2013 (Opening Scene & Most Frequently Featured Spot)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u3000Gokurakuji Station appears frequently throughout the drama. Its charming retro wooden station building perfectly captures the essence of “Kamakura-style” scenery. In spring, the area is adorned with cherry blossoms, while hydrangeas bloom beautifully during the rainy season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is the station where Chiaki Yoshino arrives when she moves to Kamakura. It\u2019s also the nearest station to the traditional Japanese house where Chiaki and the Nagakura family live.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u3010Recommended Highlights<\/strong>\u3011
\u3000\u30fbTake a commemorative photo in front of the nostalgic station building!
\u3000\u30fbVisit in early April for cherry blossoms, or in June for hydrangeas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u3010Access\u3011<\/strong>
\u3000Take the Enoden Line from Kamakura Station and get off at the fourth stop, Gokurakuji Station<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\uff12\uff0eSakanoshita (Former Caf\u00e9 Sakanoshita \u2013 The Traditional House Caf\u00e9 Where the Nagakura Family Lives)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u3000The retro and charming caf\u00e9 Sakanoshita<\/strong> served as the model for the traditional Japanese-style caf\u00e9 where the Nagakura family lives. In the drama, it is portrayed as the caf\u00e9 run by Shinpei, and it appears in many memorable scenes\u2014such as when Chiaki and the Nagakura family share breakfast together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since the drama aired, the real caf\u00e9 has become a popular pilgrimage spot for fans visiting Kamakura.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u3010Recommended Highlights<\/strong>\u3011
\u3000\u30fbDon\u2019t miss their signature fluffy, generously sized pancakes<\/strong>
\u3000\u30fbThe traditional Japanese house interior creates a picture-perfect atmosphere wherever you look<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u3010Access\u3011<\/strong>
\u3000A 5-minute walk from Hase Station<\/em> on the Enoden Line<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u3000Note<\/strong>\uff1aClosed on Tuesdays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\uff13\uff0eGoryo Shrine<\/strong> \u2013 (The Path Where Chiaki and Wahei Walk Home)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u3000This iconic spot, where the torii gate of Goryo Shrine intersects with the Enoden train line, appears frequently in the drama. Chiaki and Wahei are often seen walking here. Just across the crossing lies the traditional Japanese house where Chiaki and the Nagakura family live. The scenery\u2014blending the train, torii, and seasonal flowers\u2014offers picture-perfect views throughout the year.
The actual location of the Nagakura house is now home to an Italian restaurant called CAPIO<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u3010Recommended Highlights\u3011<\/strong>
\u3000\u30fbEspecially beautiful during cherry blossom and hydrangea seasons
\u3000\u30fbTry to snap a photo when the Enoden train passes through the torii gate
\u3000\u30fbOn September 18<\/strong>, the Menkake Parade<\/strong> is held here as part of the shrine\u2019s annual festival<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u3010Access\u3011<\/strong>
\u3000A 3-minute walk from Hase Station<\/em> on the Enoden Line<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Filming location: The entrance of the traditional Japanese house where the Nagakura family and Chiaki live.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\uff14\uff0eYuigahama Beach<\/strong> \u2013 (The Sea That Reflects the Characters’ Emotions)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Yuigahama Beach appears in scenes where the characters sort through their feelings or have heartfelt conversations. The calm sea and setting sun beautifully enhance the mood of mature romance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u3010Recommended Highlights<\/strong>\u3011
\u3000\u30fbThe sunset view is truly breathtaking\u2014a perfect spot to soothe your soul
\u3000\u30fbTake a walk along the beach and feel like you\u2019re in Second to Last Love<\/em>
\u3000\u30fbTry searching for cherry shell fragments, just like Wahei did in the drama<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u3010Access\u3011<\/strong>
\u3000A 5-minute walk from Yuigahama Station<\/em> on the Enoden Line<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Lunch & Rest Stop: Caf\u00e9 Hopping in the Sakanoshita Area<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Take a break during your sightseeing at a caf\u00e9 that captures the atmosphere of the drama.
A leisurely walk through Kamakura\u2019s Gokurakuji and Sakanoshita areas will make you feel as if you\u2019ve stepped right into the world of Second to Last Love<\/em>.
With traditional houses, narrow alleys, and the Enoden train passing by, the nostalgic and heartwarming scenery will leave a lasting impression.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u3010Recommended Caf\u00e9s & Eateries<\/strong>\u3011
\u3000caf\u00e9 recette<\/strong> \u2013 A caf\u00e9 specializing in sweet bread treats, set in a traditional home
\u3000Good Mellows<\/strong> \u2013 Enjoy burgers with a view of the ocean
\u3000Sakanoshita<\/strong> \u2013 The model for the Nagakura family’s home
\u3000Namimachi Bagel<\/strong> \u2013 A bagel shop inside a traditional house<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Summary: Step Into the World of the Drama in Kamakura!<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As you visit the filming locations of Second to Last Love<\/em>, you\u2019ll realize how beautifully the story of adult life and romance overlaps with the real-life scenery.
\u3000Take your time to soak in the town and landscapes of Kamakura while immersing yourself in the world of the drama\u2014who knows, your own<\/em> \u201csecond to last love\u201d might just begin here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Staying Overnight is Also Recommended<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Staying in a traditional Kamakura-style house like the one Chiaki lived in is a wonderful way to combine sightseeing with an overnight stay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recommended Areas to Stay<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n