The latest news regarding renovations has revealed information about several exciting new exhibits which has us counting down the days to the July 16 re-opening.
Studio Ghibli (Page 48)
We bet you’ve never heard anything quite so “delicious for your ears” as this unique commercial and its accompanying second !
The Red Turtle may have no dialogue, but if that hasn’t stopped viewers from saying wonderful things about it.
Studio Ghibli proves they are still the masters of animation even without the esteemed Hayao Miyazaki at the helm.
It’s the closest thing yet to stepping inside the animated world of Princess Mononoke or Spirited Away.
The official Ghibli Museum is closed for now, but look forward to a double dose of animated fun in July!
If you’ve got a Vive or Rift at home, you’ll want to stop what you’re doing right now and start downloading!
Fan-made trailer for My Neighbor Totoro turns the magical family adventure into a frightfest.
If you’re planning to visit Tokyo’s world-famous Ghibli Museum later this year, you may want to reschedule.
TOONZ Studio Ghibli Version will be available as a free download starting Saturday March 26.
A new figurine modeled after the star of Studio Ghibli classic My Neighbor Totoro toys with the rumor of Totoro actually being a death god.
Whether you’re into origami, scrapbooking or decorating, these Japanese papers will bring the magic of Studio Ghibli to all your favourite projects.
We fly down to Yufuin Floral Village to try the Ghibli-inspired bakery’s goods for ourselves.
Want to get in to see the Catbus? Then the name on your passport better match the one on your ticket.
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