We’re not just talking about an aeroplane, but an entire airport that’s named after the famous manga and anime character Detective Conan.
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The character appears in the series known by the same name (though, in North America and the UK, the manga and anime are called Case Closed).
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Websites AnimeAnime, Natalie and ModelPress were at yesterday’s opening ceremony for Tottori Sand Dunes Conan Airport.
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Yes, that’s its official name.
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Here is a street sign to prove it.
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And a map.
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And another street sign.
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Added English.
Picture: Natalie
The front of the airport says “Tottori Sand Dunes Conan Airport” and has a picture of the character.
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There are Conan Airport buses.
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Inside, there are Conan posters.
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Art.
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Picture: Natalie
A Conan baggage claim.
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Picture: Model Press
The floor is covered in Conan.
A closer look.
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Tottori is famous for its naturally occurring sand dunes, and Detective Conan‘s creator Gosho Aoyama is a Tottori native, making this an interesting way to honour both.
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Fun fact: Manga creator Shigeru Mizuki of GeGeGe no Kitaro fame is also from Tottori!
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