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He is coming, he is coming, he is coming with a sharp sickle, towards our wallets!
This man is called Chen Sicheng, and he is back with "Detective Chinatown 3"!
Actually, You Xiaojun got into the Tang Detective series not through the movies, but through the recently aired web series of the same name. The main actors' acting is excellent, the plot is rigorous, the style is beautiful, and the quality of the film is superb! If you haven't seen it, please watch it for me while you're home during the Spring Festival!
As a subplot of the movie, it ignited a fire before the release, tickling the hearts of many people, so the pre-sale of "Detective Chinatown 3" exceeded 100 million yuan in 23 hours, becoming the biggest winner of the pre-sale box office during this year's Lunar New Year holiday.
Starring Wang Baoqiang, Liu Haoran, Satoshi Tsumabuki, Tony Jaa, Tomokazu Miura, Masami Nagasawa, Tadanobu Asano, Xiao Yang, Zhang Zifeng, Shang Yuxian, Qiu Ze, and Zhang Junning.
The old faces plus the new members are all talented actors, and the plot continues the previous level. It is hard to imagine this drama not being good! "Detective Chinatown 2" has reaped 3.3 billion yuan at the box office. Let us wait and see, can "Detective Chinatown 3" break 5 billion yuan?
Back to the movie itself, the first two films were shot in Bangkok and Manhattan, but this time Chen Sicheng moved to Japan. At the invitation of the famous Japanese detective Noda Hao, Tang Ren and Qin Feng came to Tokyo to investigate a bizarre murder case.
Watching the trailer, You Xiaojun has discovered several filming locations. You can go on a movie and cherry blossom trip in the coming March and April!
Moreover, Japan has already opened an online application mode for some Chinese tourist group visas for single visits to Japan.
The ultimate goal is to fully introduce electronic visas for Chinese applicants for single-entry tourist visas to Japan (including group and individual visas) starting in April 2020! You can travel on a whim!
In order to shoot a scene where 3,000 to 4,000 people cross a traffic light, the crew of "Detective Chinatown 3" mobilized more than 10,000 extras to recreate the bustling crowds of Shibuya in a 1:1 ratio.
Wang Baoqiang said, "The scene with so many people coming and going was huge, and it was a very difficult shoot."
Liu Haoran said bluntly, "If running horse-drawn carriages in Times Square hasn't been done in years, then throwing money in Shibuya is something no one has ever done before."
As Japan's most famous commercial district, it's a must-see for almost everyone visiting Japan. From trendy electronics and popular cosmetics to fashionable clothing and tableware...it's a place where you can find everything, catering to all ages!
Shopping is an eternal theme, and tourists carrying large and small bags can be seen everywhere walking through the busy streets.
In addition, Shinjuku is also a popular filming location for major film and television works. Many film and television works such as "Lost in Translation", "Your Name", and "Shinjuku Incident" have been filmed here. Shinjuku is also indispensable in "Detective Chinatown 3".
▲Filming location of "Your Name": Shinjuku Police Station intersection
For avid 2D fans around the world, Akihabara is a must-visit holy place in their lifetime.
Anime, video games, and figurine stores are everywhere here, with colorful buildings, large and small advertising billboards, various popular anime-related peripherals, and young boys and girls dressed as cosplay anime characters. The walls are covered with various character stickers, making people feel as if they are traveling between the second and third dimensions.
There are also various maid cafes, idol-exclusive theaters, etc. Those who like the two-dimensional culture must not miss it.
Anyone who enjoys watching Japanese dramas will be familiar with Tokyo Tower, Tokyo's most romantic landmark. It's a common sight in Japanese dramas, often featuring in enviable stories.
In real life, lovers often go to Tokyo Tower for a sweet date.
The filming locations of the movie have come to an end. The following March and April are the most beautiful seasons in Japan. Cherry blossoms are in full bloom in every corner of the country. After checking out the attractions in the city, you can also take the Shinkansen to the surrounding places to enjoy the cherry blossoms and view the scenery.
As one of the few tourist spots of Mount Fuji, photographers flock here every spring cherry blossom season to capture Mount Fuji and the cherry blossoms together.
Among the most popular spots in Japan for photographing Mount Fuji and its cherry blossoms, Lake Kawaguchiko is the most popular. Another recommended spot for viewing Mount Fuji's cherry blossoms is the Ryuganbuchi River in Shizuoka.
Enjoy a close-up view of Mount Fuji, the sea of Somei Yoshino cherry blossoms, the river, and the stunning rapeseed blossoms. The scenery is truly breathtaking. Easily accessible from Tokyo by JR train or bus, this is a hidden gem near Tokyo where you can admire Mount Fuji's cherry blossoms.
This is a magical train: the Kamakura train, the Enoden. Departing from the Enoden, you journey to endless youth.
It is slightly different from ordinary trams. Its route is limited to the Kamakura area and it is actually built in the city of Kamakura.
The buildings and houses on both sides are very close to the tram. Sometimes when the tram reaches the corner, it even feels like it has touched the houses on both sides.
The scenery along the way exudes the unique atmosphere of life in southern Hunan, as if the branches extending from the courtyard are within reach.
The next stop is a pilgrimage site in the hearts of countless anime fans: Kamakura High School Station. The most famous shot in the opening of "Slam Dunk", the gate where Sakuragi Hanamichi and Haruko waved to each other, was filmed at the intersection of Kamakura High School Station.
As a symbol of good luck, fortune and prosperous business, the Maneki Neko has been loved by the Japanese since ancient times.
At Gotoku-ji Temple, the birthplace of the Maneki Neko (Lucky Cat), over 1,000 cats stand side by side. Whether you're a foreign tourist or a local, seeing this for the first time is bound to be a surprise, as it feels like a blessing.
The ema used to write wishes not only features images of Guanyin Bodhisattva and the Chinese zodiac, but also cats. The ema left by cat lovers, with messages like "May [cat] have good health and longevity," is a unique sight to behold.
At Gotoku-ji Temple, you can purchase a Maneki Neko (Lucky Cat), place your wishes on it, and offer it to the temple. You can also take the Maneki Neko home and keep it with you until your wish comes true.
It would be best if you could come to Gotokuji Temple again after your wish comes true and offer the Maneki Neko to the temple with a grateful heart.
The element of the lucky cat also appears in the poster of "Detective Chinatown 3".
Every year from late April to mid-May, the most popular flower viewing spots in the suburbs of Tokyo are Ashikaga Flower Park and Hitachi National Seaside Park.
Ashikaga is a dreamy pink-purple waterfall, while Hitachi is a baby's pink-blue eyes.
In Hitachi National Seaside Park, 4.5 million aquamarine arabesque flowers are planted on the Mimei-no-Oka hill. They bloom in late April and early May every year, making the entire hill look as blue as the sky.
Ninety years ago, cherry trees were planted along the Shiroishi River embankment for eight kilometers. Today, these trees, backed by snow-capped mountains and accompanied by the flow of the Shiroishi River, form an exceptionally spectacular cherry blossom tunnel that is truly breathtaking.
The reason why it is called Ichimoku Senbonzakura is, as the name suggests, that you can see thousands of cherry trees at a glance, which shows how dense the cherry blossoms are. The varieties of cherry blossoms are also increasing, even including the Sendai Yoshino cherry blossoms known as the "phantom variety".
Since the cherry blossoms are blooming right on the waterfront, a boat trip is essential. During the annual Cherry Blossom Festival in mid-April, you can enjoy the cherry blossoms by boat. The 2.3-kilometer round-trip, 20-minute journey allows you to see the cherry blossoms on both sides of the river.
Back to the film itself, Chen Sicheng once admitted in an interview that he plans to turn the Detective Chinatown IP into a Marvel-style universe, with various characters playing out their own stories. Are you looking forward to it?
Viruses are rampant during the Spring Festival. If you go out to see a movie, be sure to wear a mask and take safety precautions!
