Bocchi the Rock was one of the most popular anime at the end of 2022, gaining a large legion of fans. Many locations that appear in the animation are real-life places in the Tokyo region. However, fans got so excited that they ended up disturbing the Japanese locations that inspired the anime's settings.
Bocchi the Rock – Fans disrupt locations in Japan because of the anime
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【ATTENTION】
Once again, we would like to ask those who visit the locations portrayed in the anime for your understanding and cooperation.
Please be considerate towards stores, residences, and residents in the surrounding area. https://t.co/Trf8fNl3Al— アニメ「ぼっち・ざ・ろっく！」公式 (@BTR_anime) May 9, 2023
After Bocchi the Rock premiered in Japan, the locations featured in the anime received more visitors than usual. However, the groups of visitors caused many problems, making loud noises, blocking passageways, and disturbing the residents. Therefore, the anime's official Twitter account issued a warning to encourage fans not to disturb the locations and the people who live there.
"Once again, we would like to ask for the understanding and cooperation of those visiting the locations depicted in the anime.
Please be considerate of shops, residences, and residents in the surrounding area."
Synopsis:
The story revolves around Hitori Goto, nicknamed "Bocchi-chan," a lonely high school girl who loves playing guitar and spends her days playing alone at home. However, she joins the "Kessoku Band" led by its drummer, Nijika Ijichi. She's not used to playing in front of people, so will Bocchi be able to become the band's guitarist?
Aki Hamaji launched the manga in Manga Time Kirara Max magazine in December 2017, and the series is ongoing. The publisher Houbunsha released the fifth volume of the manga on November 26th.
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Source: Crunchyroll
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