The best Studio Ghibli gifts for fans

From Nausicaa to the Studio Ghibli’s more recent films, we’ve collected the best whimsical gifts celebrating its legacy

By Kayti Burt Oct 13, 2023, 10:30am EDT

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From classics like Spirited Away and My Neighbor Totoro to its latest film, The Boy and the Heron, Studio Ghibli has delighted viewers of all ages with its signature animation style and heart-wrenching stories. The acclaimed Japanese studio, which was started by Hayao Miyazaki, Isao Takahata and Toshio Suzuki, has gone on to craft some of the most memorable — and commercially successful — films in Japanese media history. It has garnered fans from around the world who love its immersive characters and worlds.

If you’re anything like us, then you’re constantly on the lookout for clever, cute, and creative ways of showing your love for Studio Ghibli’s creations. To make it a bit easier than sorting through the seemingly endless amount of options, we’ve curated some of the very best Studio Ghibli books, music, toys, plushies, accessories, home decor, clothes, and movies to add to your collection, or to gift to a friend.

We’ll tweak this page from time to time based on product availability and new releases, but rest assured that these are some of the sweetest Ghibli items you could gift (including to yourself), short of a plane ticket to Japan to visit the official theme park.

Best Studio Ghibli books

Hayao Miyazaki

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Published to accompany a 2021 Miyazaki retrospective exhibition at the Academy Museum, this 288-page hardcover includes original production art from the filmmaker’s 11 feature films.

The Art of Spirited Away

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Explore Miyazaki’s most popular film through commentary, color stills, sketches, and storyboards—and an English-language version of the script.

Starting Point: 1979-1996

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One of two memoirs written by Miyazaki, this book chronicles the first two decades of the filmmaker’s acclaimed career.

Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind Box Set

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Written and illustrated by Miyazaki, the Nausicaä manga is an epic fantasy tale that is arguably even better than the subsequent film adaptation.

Best Studio Ghibli stationary

Studio Ghibli: 100 Collectible Postcards

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Indoctrinate your friends into the Ghibli lifestyle by sending them one of these postcards, showcasing the final frames from the studio’s films.

Kiki’s Delivery Service Journal

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Keep track of your own witchly enterprises with this 192-page journal featuring concept art from the film on its covers and sprinkled throughout.

Best Studio Ghibli toys

Found You! Medium Blue Totoro Statue

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Totoro has never looked cuter than in this 14.5-inch resin statue, which shows his blue Chu Totoro form, running away.

Spirited Away Origami Paper

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Manifest your own creations with this Spirited Away origami paper.

$7 at Bandai

My Neighbor Totoro Catbus Stacking Figure

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You can stack the seven characters included in this My Neighbor Totoro Catbus set in a variety of different ways. Good luck!

My Neighbor Totoro Large Camphor Tree Jigsaw Puzzle

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Bring an iconic Totoro scene to life with this 1,000-piece puzzle—and then glue it together and keep it immortalized in your home.

$32 at Amazon

Best Studio Ghibli plushies

Studio Ghibli Porco Rosso Coin Purse Plush

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There isn’t enough Porco Rosso merch out there. For those who agree, this five-inch plush coin purse is both cute and functional.

Studio Ghibli My Neighbor Totoro Fluffy 9-Inch Plush

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Keep Totoro by your side with this cuddly 9-inch stuffie of the popular character.

$26 at Amazon

Spirited Away Haku U-Shape Stuffed Plush

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Curl up with Haku, either at home or when traveling, as a whimsical neck pillow.

Kiki’s Delivery Service - 6.5” Jiji Fluffy Beanbag

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If you don’t have a lot of room in your life, get this little guy: a 6.5-inch stuffie of Kiki’s best cat friend, Jiji. This item is in stock at some Barnes & Noble stores, but currently sold out from the retailer’s online store.

$40 at Target

Ponyo Plushie Keychain

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Never lose your keys—or Ponyo!—with this four-inch plushie keychain.

$16 at Amazon

Spirited Away No Face Plush

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No Studio Ghibli collection is complete without a No Face, and this plush is the official version.

$22 at Barnes & Noble

Best Studio Ghibli clothes and accessories

Totoro Adult Onesie

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Onesies aren’t just for kids! Transform into a cuddly forest monster with these Totoro pajamas.

Compilation Characters of Studio Ghibli Sweatshirt

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If you can’t choose a favorite Ghibli movie, this unisex sweatshirt featuring characters from five of his films is for you.

$40 at Ghibli Store

Totoro Floral Slouch Mini Backpack

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Carry all of your Ghibli plushies around in this Totoro mini backpack, complete with embossed soot sprite.

$31 at Hot Topic

Best Studio Ghibli music

The Wind Rises Soundtrack on Vinyl

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Composer Joe Hisaishi outdid himself with The Wind Rises soundtrack, one of many Ghibli LPs now available to purchase in a colorful vinyl format.

$65 at Amazon

Grave of the Fireflies Soundtrack on Vinyl

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Try not to cry while listening to this gorgeous new vinyl edition of the Grave of the Fireflies soundtrack.

$62 at Amazon

Best Studio Ghibli decor

Castle in the Sky: Hopes of the Robot Soldier Statue Desk Clock

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Celebrate Studio Ghibli’s first film, Castle in the Sky, with a six-inch statue clock designed to look like one of Laputa’s robot soldiers.

Howl’s Moving Castle Calcifer Pan

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Bring Howl’s Moving Castle character Calcifer into your own home with this 5.5-inch frying pan.

Studio Ghibli Minimalist Poster Bundle

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If you prefer your fan merch to be less overt, decorate your walls with these gorgeous minimalist posters inspired by four of Ghibli’s most beloved films.