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Studio Ghibli

Studio Ghibli, Inc. is a Japanese animation studio based in Koganei, Tokyo. It has a strong presence in the animation industry and has expanded its portfolio to include various media formats, such as short subjects, television commercials, and two television films. Their work has been well-received by audiences and recognized with numerous awards. Their mascot and most recognizable symbol, the character Totoro from the 1988 film My Neighbor Totoro, is a giant spirit inspired by tanukis and cats .

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Nahoko Satomi from The Wind Rises, Porco Rosso and Howl from Howl's Moving Castle
10 Best Celebrity Voice Actors in Studio Ghibli Movies & Who They Played

Studio Ghibli is a renowned anime studio that has a history with picking exceptional celebrity talent to voice characters in their English dubs.

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This Lesser-Known Studio Ghibli Film Is The Perfect Cautionary Tale For Millennials

The unpopular Ghibli film has an important message that has been overlooked for too long.

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Studio Ghibli's wax seal stamp collection with Howl, Kiki and Castle in the Sky
Studio Ghibli's Howl, Kiki & Castle in the Sky Inspire Official Wax Seal Stamp Collection

Ghibli's new collection of letter-sealing sets allows fans to mail their letters in style with designs inspired by the studio's popular fantasy films.

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Sulliman, Sophie and Justin from Howl's Moving Castle
10 Confusing Howl's Moving Castle Details That Barely Make Sense

Howl's Moving Castle is a movie that sticks with Ghibli fans, but there are a lot of details that don't always make sense.

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Souzou Galleria figures in front of Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind manga.
Ghibli's Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind Releases Stunning Bandai Soldier Figure Set

Fans of the Miyazaki classic Nausicaä and the Valley of the Wind can pre-order top-shelf figures based on the movie's tragic antagonist and her army.

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Chihiro from Spirited Away, Seita and Setsuko from Grave of the Fireflies and Annie from When Marnie Was There
10 Saddest Studio Ghibli Moments, Ranked

Studio Ghibli is known for its somber narratives, but films like Spirited Away have the most heartwrenching moments in Ghibli's film catalog.

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Catbus from Studio Ghibli's My Neighbour Totoro in the movie and in real life
My Neighbor Totoro's Real-Life Catbus Now Welcomes Dogs

My Neighbor Totoro's real-life Catbus will be welcoming dogs for the first time thanks to Ghibli Park's new service animals vehicle policy.

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hayao Miyazaki with Spirited Away, Isao Takahata with Grave of the Fireflies and Hiromasa Yonebayashi with When Marnie Was There
Every Studio Ghibli Director & Their Most Notable Work

Only eight people have directed a Studio Ghibli production, but who are these people and what did they direct?

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Images from The Cat Returns, Spirited Away and The Boy and The Heron
10 Best Isekai Movies of All Time

From timeless classics like Spirited Away to modern masterpieces like The Boy and the Heron, these are the best isekai movies to watch right now.

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Guillermo Del Toro, Totoro, and Hayao Miyazaki
Guillermo del Toro Reveals the Pre-Ghibli Hayao Miyazaki Works That Shaped His Childhood

Oscar-award-winning filmmaker Guillermo del Toro discusses how his childhood was built upon works from Hayao Miyazaki's period at Toei Animation.

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How Studio Ghibli Films Went From American Cult Classics to Major Pieces of Global Cinema

Studio Ghibli has a history with the United States that serves as a reminder of what trailblazing is all about.

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Totoro from Studio Ghibli's My Neighbor Totoro with bubble toy merchandise
Studio Ghibli Restocks Nearly Decade-Old Totoro Bubble Toy for a Nostalgic Summer

Coinciding with the 36th anniversary of My Neighbor Totoro, Studio Ghibli is restocking a nearly-decade-old bubble toy of the giant furry creature.

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Studio Ghibli's Spirited Away Returns to U.S. Theaters for Start of Ghibli Fest 2024

Ghibli Fest 2024 kicks off with Hayao Miyazaki's award-winning Spirited Away, with theatrical screenings in America set to begin starting this month.

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Split Images of Spirited Away, The Boy and The Heron, and Howl's Moving Castle
10 Highest Grossing Studio Ghibli Movies, Ranked

Studio Ghibli is responsible for some of the most beloved anime films of all time, but many of these movies have also made waves at the box office.

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10 Life Lessons Studio Ghibli Movies Teach Audiences

Studio Ghibli's wide library of films has countless lessons for audiences to absorb, but some Ghibli films stand out as having the best wisdom.

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Howl's Moving Castle, Kiki Delivery Services, and Nausicca
10 Best Studio Ghibli Movies Based on Books & Manga, Ranked

Studio Ghibli has produced some of the finest film adaptations of excellent books and manga, such as Kiki's Delivery Service.

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Kiki and Totoro with storage box merchandise from Studio Ghibli
Studio Ghibli's Totoro and Kiki 360-Degree 'Boxes' Can Be Used for Gardening or Stationery

Studio Ghibli introduces adorable "diorama" boxes featuring Totoro and Jiji -- the perfect decor for anything from a backyard garden to a home office.

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Porco Rosso, Ocean Waves and The Wind Rises
10 Studio Ghibli Movies That Deserve To Be Rereleased in Theaters

Studio Ghibli is a prolific studio with hits like Spirited Away, but classics such as Porco Rosso deserve to shine in a theatrical rerelease.

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10 Best Studio Ghibli Quotes, Ranked

Studio Ghibli has an impressive array of works that comment on human nature. Several of those works have amazing quotes, such as Howl's Moving Castle.

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Split Images of Grammare, Fujimoto, Sophie, Howl, San, and Ashitaka
10 Best Studio Ghibli Couples, Ranked

Studio Ghibli romances are beautiful and healthy, from Howl and Sophie in Howl's Moving Castle to Princess Mononoke's San and Ashitaka.

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