In which specific ward of Tokyo is Nobita's house located in reality?

Hey there! The real-world location of Nobita's house is a topic that Doraemon fans love to discuss. As a huge Doraemon fan myself, let me break it down for you.

Simply put, the answer is: Officially set in Tokyo's "Nerima Ward," but the specific address is fictional.

Here's a detailed explanation in plain language.

1. Official Answer: Tokyo's Nerima Ward (Nerima-ku)

In the Doraemon manga and anime, Nobita's address is "Tōkyō-to Nerima-ku Tsukimidai Susukigahara."

Let's break down this address:

Tōkyō-to (Tokyo Metropolis): This is real—it's Tokyo.
Nerima-ku (Nerima Ward): Also real. It's one of Tokyo's 23 special wards, located in the northwest.
Tsukimidai and Susukigahara: These are fictional place names created by author Fujiko F. Fujio. There are no real locations with these names in Nerima Ward.

Why Nerima Ward?

There's actually a heartwarming reason behind this. Author Fujiko F. Fujio himself lived in Nerima Ward for many years. Naturally, he drew inspiration from his own familiar surroundings for the manga. The streets around the Nobi household and the neighborhood atmosphere are largely based on the residential areas of Nerima Ward at that time.

So, if you want to experience the environment Nobita lived in, walking through Nerima's residential neighborhoods will give you the closest feel.

(Image for illustration only, not an actual scene)

2. Fan "Pilgrimage Sites": Can We Find the Actual House?

While there's no identical house, fans have identified many "potential" locations based on clues from the anime.

The Hill Behind the House (Urayama): The hill Nobita and friends often visit is widely believed to be inspired by larger parks in Nerima, like Shakujii Kōen (Shakujii Park). This park has woods and a pond, closely matching the anime's vibe.
The Vacant Lot (Akichi): The lot with three concrete pipes is an iconic Doraemon scene. Unfortunately, vacant lots with stacked pipes were a symbol of Japan's rapid economic growth period. For safety and urban planning reasons, they've almost disappeared in modern Tokyo. It's now more of a nostalgic memory of that era.
Nobita's House: There's no officially confirmed real-world counterpart. The house in the anime is a very typical Japanese two-story detached house (ikkodate). This style is extremely common in residential areas like Nerima Ward. So, you might walk past countless "Nobita's houses"!

3. A Common Misconception: The Fujiko F. Fujio Museum

Many people assume the Fujiko F. Fujio Museum is near Nobita's house, but this isn't true.

The Fujiko F. Fujio Museum is located in Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture. While close to Tokyo, administratively it's a different prefecture.
Nobita's house, however, is set in Nerima Ward, Tokyo Metropolis.

These two places are over an hour apart by train—quite a distance! So, visiting the museum doesn't mean you're in the ward where "Nobita's house" is located!

To Summarize

Official Setting: Nobita's house is in Tokyo's Nerima Ward.
Specific Location: It's fictional. There's no real address you can pinpoint.
Scene Inspiration: The entire setting draws inspiration from Nerima Ward, where author Fujiko F. Fujio once lived.
To Experience the Vibe: Stroll through the residential streets of Nerima Ward or visit Shakujii Park to soak up that peaceful, lived-in atmosphere.

So next time someone asks, you can confidently say: "Nobita lives in Tokyo's Nerima Ward—the scenery comes from the author's own childhood neighborhood. But don't expect to knock on his door, because the exact address only exists in our hearts and the 2D world!"