Observed very August (the 12th this year), Obon is a Japanese festival holiday to honor the spirits of ancestors and welcome them back into your…

Donguri Kyowakoku, the official Studio Ghibli retailer in Japan, is surely heaven on earth for fans of the beloved animation studio. Not only do they…

When traveling the Japanese countryside, it’s hard for fans of beloved animation giant Studio Ghibli to not be struck by the charm and nostalgia of…

For many visitors to Japan, the most accessible way to try out wearing a kimono is a ‘yukata’, this is a light kimono worn in…

If you are a collector of pottery and tableware, then you are more than likely familiar with the ceramics brand Noritake. The Noritake brand can…

Japan’s official Studio Ghibli retailer, Donguri Kyowakoku, is a great place to pick up gifts inspired by the classic animations. They often release merchandise made…

As their profile states, Japanese Twitter user Toshinyan (@mokomoko_2015) becomes a “snowman craftsman” when winter rolls around. As you can see from some of their…

Something that stands out about a lot of Studio Ghibli movies is the references to nature and beautifully animated scenes in forests. In particular, the…

Studio Ghibli has once again partnered with the American brand L.L.Bean to deliver fans the most adorable mini classic Bean Boots with Ghibli characters popping out of them. The key chains…

Pet owners know quite well that during the colder months, animals trade in their shedding for a new winter coat to deal with the change…

Donguri Kyowakoku, Japan’s Studio Ghibli merch paradise, stocks every type of item imaginable inspired by the characters and motifs found in the animation studio’s beloved…

There’s just something about Totoro, the large and furry icon of Studio Ghibli’s beloved film My Neighbor Totoro, that seems to translate perfectly into the…

Plastic is a very convenient material. It is easy to mold, light and durable, and has a high degree of airtightness. The material also affects…

When it comes to awesome goods inspired by Studio Ghibli, fans in Japan are spoilt for choice thanks to Donguri Kyowakoku, a merchandise paradise which…

Studio Ghibli has a whole pantheon of iconic characters, beloved across the world. They have plucky heroes and heroines, and wise wizards and witches, but…