Tarantino’s kinetic revenge saga sweeps from Los Angeles to Tokyo – with its dazzling House of Blue Leaves showdown built at a Beijing studio, and its neon Japan filmed in the streets of Shinjuku.
Where was Kill Bill: Vol. 1 filmed?
Kill Bill: Vol. 1 was filmed in Tokyo, at studios in Beijing, and in Los Angeles.
Every Kill Bill: Vol. 1 location, explained
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Neon Tokyo – Shinjuku
The Bride’s arrival in Japan used the neon streets of Shinjuku and Kabukicho in Tokyo.
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The House of Blue Leaves – Beijing
The dazzling final showdown was built at a studio in Beijing, China.
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The suburbs – Pasadena
The opening suburban revenge used Pasadena, Los Angeles.
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The wider world
The film also used Texas and Mexico for its globe-trotting story.
Planning a visit
Tokyo‘s neon Shinjuku and the streets of Los Angeles are real, accessible pieces of the film’s revenge trail.
Kill Bill: Vol. 1 Fun Facts
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Neon Tokyo The Bride’s Japan used the real neon streets of Shinjuku.
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Built in Beijing The House of Blue Leaves showdown was built at a Beijing studio.
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An anime sequence The film famously breaks into anime to tell one character’s backstory.
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A revenge saga It follows the Bride’s bloody quest for vengeance.
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A homage-packed film It pays tribute to kung-fu, samurai and spaghetti-Western cinema.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was Kill Bill: Vol. 1 filmed?
In Tokyo, at studios in Beijing, and in Los Angeles.
Where was the House of Blue Leaves filmed?
Built at a studio in Beijing, China.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – Tokyo’s Shinjuku and Los Angeles are accessible.
Who directed Kill Bill?
Quentin Tarantino.
Who stars in it?
Uma Thurman.
