Netflix’s 10Dance is set to turn Satoh Inoue's beloved manga into a vivid, emotional story about ambition, rivalry, and connection, all unfolding against the backdrop of competitive dancing. The film, which recently dropped its first trailer, beautifully captures the tension between perfection and passion as two dancers push each other to their limits both on and off the floor. Every scene feels alive, from the shimmering lights of the stage to the quiet moments of self-doubt behind the curtain.

It is therefore no surprise that viewers are drawn not only to its emotional narrative but also to its stunning visuals, prompting them to ask where 10Dance was actually filmed.

According to IMDb, Shizuoka, Japan, is listed as the filming location for 10Dance. While no further details have been disclosed about specific shooting sites, Screen Global Production notes that the project received in-house production services from Tetra in the UK, a company led by Tokyo Vice producer Alex Boden. This suggests that the film benefited from experienced professionals in capturing Japan’s authentic atmosphere. Is the story set solely in Japan, though? 

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Simple answer: No, the effort will let its rhythm unfold internationally as well, carrying viewers beyond the manga and anime land. 

Netflix’s 10Dance lit up Blackpool, Lancashire, as crews were spotted filming at Blackpool Tower and the Tower Festival Headland this February. Locals caught glimpses of the film's team surrounded by filming equipment.

A spokesperson for Visit Blackpool, according to the Lancashire Telegraph, confirmed the shoot was for the Japanese adaptation of the popular manga. Starring Ryoma Takeuchi and Keita Machida, the BL film is directed by Keishi Otomo.

In the 10Dance manga, the world of competitive dancing unfolds on a global stage, with characters often training and performing internationally. Reflecting this aspect, the live-action adaptation was filmed not only in Shizuoka, Japan, but also in the United Kingdom. The choice of these locations mirrors the manga’s cross-cultural spirit, capturing both Japan’s disciplined dance culture and the UK’s elegant ballroom tradition, to authentically portray the global scope of the dancers’ journeys.

Ultimately, with its breathtaking dance sequences and heartfelt storytelling, 10Dance promises to be more than just a tale of rivalry — it appears set to be a celebration of movement, connection, and self-discovery. As anticipation builds for its late December release on Netflix, viewers can look forward to a visually rich adaptation that brings Inoue Satoh’s beloved manga creation to life. From Japan’s quiet intensity to the UK’s grandeur, every frame seems poised to sweep audiences into its rhythm and emotion.

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