Films

Founders

Hayao Miyazaki

He created imaginative and exciting worlds, combining fantasy with social and environmental messages. He is the main person responsible for the studio's artistic identity.

Isao Takahata

He is a director known for his realistic and sensitive style. He created Grave of the Fireflies, which portrays war with emotion, humanity, and depth.

Toshio Suzuki

He made Studio Ghibli's films possible by bridging creativity and business. He acted as a link between directors and the market, helping the studio grow and thrive.

Yasuyoshi Tokuma

He provided vital financial support to Studio Ghibli, making the production of its first films possible. His support was essential for the studio's growth and stability.

Studio Ghibli's Major Awards

Oscar (Academy Awards)

Best Animated Feature: The first (and only) anime to win an Oscar in this category.

Berlinale

Golden Bear (Best Film): Rarely awarded to animated films.

Annie Awards

Best Direction and Best Animated Feature: Hayao Miyazaki received honorary awards for his contribution to animation.

Ghibli Museum

The Studio Ghibli Museum, located in Mitaka, Tokyo, is a charming space dedicated to the world of animations from the acclaimed Japanese studio. Conceived by Hayao Miyazaki and opened in 2001, the museum combines art, playful architecture, and magic, giving visitors the feeling of stepping inside one of the studio’s films. With themed rooms, original art exhibitions, a theater showing exclusive shorts, and settings inspired by works such as My Neighbor Totoro and Spirited Away, the museum is a celebration of the creativity and imagination that define Studio Ghibli.