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Final set of free backgrounds feature four films from the acclaimed Japanese animation studio.
Long-awaited collection of background art includes official merchandise for use in both the real and virtual worlds.
Come for Toshio Suzuki’s easy, step-by-step instructions, stay for the hidden Ghibli gems in the office.
The shrine to Hayao Miyazaki’s anime studio famously doesn’t allow guests to take photos or videos, but now it’s sharing its own!
The modern animated films of Katsuhiro Otomo, some of the most expensive anime ever made, won’t cost a thing to watch.
Studio Ghibli releases new set of free wallpapers to download and use as backgrounds for video calls
Now you can spirit yourself away to the world of Kiki’s Delivery Service and My Neighbour Totoro.
Pandemic delays film’s release, so just keep telling yourself “I mustn’t go to the theater. I mustn’t go to the theater.”
Final Fantasy, Pokémon, Godzilla, Evangelion and the Yakuza franchise are just some of the big names inviting you to step into their rendered environments.
Based on the quality of this Kiki’s Delivery Service homage, it’s hard to believe that his day job is voice actor and not manga artist.
Sounds like they were soft on cybersecurity, but seriously, folks…
Totoro misses you too, but at least he’s letting us know when we can start buying tickets again.



















Japan is so hungry for workers it used up its five-year visa quota in record time
New Kyoto Converse sneakers celebrate Japan with traditional kimono fabrics for your feet
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
Pokémon hot spring footbath opening in Japan this spring
Boro the Caterpillar anime now showing at the Ghibli Museum in Tokyo 【SoraReview】
Giant wearable baby head, huge randoseru backpack part of empathy-boosting art exhibit in Japan
Retro Japanese train is our new favourite office space
New line of cozy kimono-style roomwear smashes crowdfunding goal, could still be yours
Muji enters the tiny house game, showcases its line of wonderfully minimalist ‘Muji Huts’
Yakuza bosses struggling to upgrade phones from 3G
Brand-new Pokémon manhole covers coming to help the recovery of a disaster-stricken part of Japan
Japan’s awesomely beautiful Alpen Route snow corridor is now open
Move aside, convenience store egg sando – there’s a better version of the iconic sandwich in Japan
Pikachu to cuddle with kimono-clad beauty on Tokyo street as part of flower art event
Injuries on stairs in Tokyo highlight an overlooked design flaw
Japan’s popular bead bonsai kit is as beautiful as it is gruelling to make
Studio Ghibli croquettes not to eat, but to keep your stuff in, going on sale in Japan[Photos]
Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
Survey asks foreign tourists what bothered them in Japan, more than half gave same answer
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
We deeply regret going into this tunnel on our walk in the mountains of Japan
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Major Japanese hotel chain says reservations via overseas booking sites may not be valid
Put sesame oil in your coffee? Japanese maker says it’s the best way to start your day【Taste test】
No more using real katana for tourism activities, Japan’s National Police Agency says
Giant wearable baby head, huge randoseru backpack part of empathy-boosting art exhibit in Japan
Retro Japanese train is our new favourite office space
New line of cozy kimono-style roomwear smashes crowdfunding goal, could still be yours
Muji enters the tiny house game, showcases its line of wonderfully minimalist ‘Muji Huts’
Yakuza bosses struggling to upgrade phones from 3G
Shinkansen operator apologizes for three-minute delay because conductor was napping
Comfy kimono hakama roomwear steps into the modern era with stylish new Reiwa Edition【Photos】
The dream of riding Final Fantasy Chocobos is coming to Tokyo VR centers
Family Mart unveils new Japanese bread that elevates convenience store food to mocchiri levels
7-Eleven Japan releases Uji matcha smoothies… but only at select locations
Chansey Pokémon Park in Japan helps a region heal from disaster