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Studio Ghibli's 10 Best Protectors of Nature, Ranked
From Princess Mononoke protagonists to Spirited Away villains, these characters best embody Studio Ghibli's environmentalist beliefs.
Studio Ghibli's 10 Best Male Characters, Ranked
Studio Ghibli is known for its complex characters. Whether they're protagonists or supporting cast, these male characters are honorable and kind.
10 Anime Couples with the Most Romantic Tension
Slow-burn romances build tension as two characters grow closer and question their feelings, making fans both swoon and anxious with anticipation.
Studio Ghibli's New Ornament Collection Lets Totoro Multiply All Over the Home
Studio Ghibli's new My Neighbor Totoro ornament collection lets fans fill their homes with Totoro, nature and iconic references to the classic film.
20 Anime To Watch If You Liked Spirited Away
Just like Spirited Away, many anime follow a similar theme of self-discovery and focus on the true value of friendship and love.
10 Best Anime About First Love, Ranked
Romance is a powerful force of nature that's present in many anime, yet some go above and beyond when it comes to their depiction of first love!
10 Best Romance Tropes in Studio Ghibli Anime
Romance is a big part of the fantastical Ghibli worlds of Spirited Away and Howl's Moving Castle. Many Ghibli movies use romantic tropes beautifully.
One Piece Film: Red Beats Studio Ghibli's Princess Mononoke on All-Time Box Office List
Box office tracker Kogyo Tsushin reveals that One Piece Film: Red has passed Princess Mononoke as the 7th highest-grossing film of all time in Japan.
10 Most Rewatchable Studio Ghibli Movies
Studio Ghibli movies like Pom Poko and The Secret World of Arrietty are enduring and visually stunning anime that are worth re-watching.
How Princess Mononoke Perfects Romantic Subtext
Princess Mononoke seems like an open-ended romance, but the strong subtext and imagery between Ashitaka and San paint a different story.
10 Most Nostalgic Retro Romance Anime
Romance anime from the '80s and '90s have a retro charm that is still delightful today. Newer releases like Yona of the Dawn embody that nostalgia.
10 Female Anime Warriors With The Best Character Arcs
The best female warriors have compelling character arcs and often go from weaker youths to capable warriors like Princess Mononoke and Sailor Moon.
10 Best Anime Power Couples, Ranked
Battle couple fights side by side and take on any foe with the person they love much like Briareos & Deunan from Appleseed or Berserk's Guts & Casca.
10 References To Folklore In Studio Ghibli Movies You May Have Missed
Hayao Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli films have a fantastical fairytale essence and incorporate elements of Japanese, French, and British folklore.
10 Locations That Inspired Studio Ghibli Films
Studio Ghibli is celebrated for its vivid stories and animation, and plenty of real-life locations inspired the settings of these timeless films.
Studio Ghibli's Princess Mononoke Unveils Stunning Levi Collab
Levi Strauss announces a gorgeous new clothing line featuring designs inspired by Studio Ghibli's iconic 1997 film, Princess Mononoke.
How Neil Gaiman Helped Save Princess Mononoke From Miramax
Creating & producing Princess Mononoke was a team effort. Not many people know that Neil Gaiman worked on it & helped retain the movie's authenticity.
10 Best Name Meanings In Studio Ghibli Movies, Ranked
A name says a lot about a character's personality and motivation. Writers and Studio Ghibli creators put careful thought into the names they choose.
10 Weirdest Details In Studio Ghibli Movies
Studio Ghibli movies feature many strange details, from changes in the English dubs to a suspected connection between worlds.
10 Most Romantic Studio Ghibli Movies, Ranked
Most Studio Ghibli films are whimsical, but many feature wholesome romances, like Only Yesterday, Princess Mononoke, and Kiki's Delivery Service.