American casual wear brand GBL is selling original Studio Ghibli character design varsity jackets made from MeLton fabric. This year will mark 30 years since the premiere of Ghibli film Kiki’s Delivery Service. From 11am on July 13, you can make your reservations at Studio Ghibli’s online merchandise shop Donguri Kyowakoku Soranoue.
The Kiki’s Delivery Service varsity Jacket, which celebrates the film’s 30th anniversary, is decorated with a thick, embroidered emblem. The buttons have a Kiki engraved design on them for a luxurious finish.
The MeLton fabric used is thick and is especially good for keeping you warm.
Every inch of GBL’s premium jackets are made with lots of care and attention to detail. Picking out different outfits to compliment your jacket in autumn and winter couldn’t be more fun.
HEP FIVE Umeda, Osaka is currently home to a temporary GBL shop. The jackets will be released here for advanced sale ahead of other regions of Japan on July 5, 2019. Please come check them out!
Information
Kiki’s Delivery Service MeLton Varsity Jackets
Price: ￥29,800 (before tax)
4 available sizes: S/M/L/XL (unisex)
ＧＢＬ Shop (Open for a limited time only)
Address: HEP FIVE (6th floor), 5-１５ Kakudacho, Kita Ward, Osaka
Opening Hours: 11:00 ー 21:00
TEL: 06-6366-3982
ＧＢＬ Official Website: http://www.gbl.tokyo
Donguri Kyowakoku Soranoue Online Shop: https://www.donguri-sora.com
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Walt Disney Japan have announced they will release a collection of all short films by Studio Ghibli spanning 1992-2016 on DVD, Blu-ray and for DVD rental in Japan on July 17, 2019. A collection of Ghibli shorts was first released in 2005 and featured everything from the studio's their ever animated short Sora Iro no Tane (1992) to the latest animated PV at the time. The new collection will feature all of those plus another eleven for a total of 33 shorts. This is also the first time they will be released on Blu-ray.
The line-up features films worked on by Studio Ghibli animators and directors including Hayao Miyazaki, Yoshifumi Kondō, Yoshiyuki Momose, Takeshi Inamura, Osamu Tanabe, Shinji Hashimoto, Shinji Ootsuka, Katsuya Kondō, and Gorō Miyazaki. The first trailer for the collection was released on the official Disney Studios Japan YouTube channel. It begins with a message from Studio Ghibli producer Toshio Suzuki which reads: "Long films aren't Ghibli's only thing. This and that too are authentically Ghibli." In the video we see a whole range of short animations, including various collaborative ads made for Lawson, the Studio Ghibli Museum and more. We also see a music clip for Sora Tobu Machi Keikaku by Yasutaka Nakata (Capsule). This is sure to be a must-have collector's item for any Studio Ghibli fan. ©2019 Studio Ghibli Information
Ghibli ga Ippai Special Short Short 1992-2016 (Japanese Title: ジブリがいっぱいSPECIALショートショート 1992-2016)
Release Date: July 17, 2019Price: Blu-ray – ¥4,700 (Before Tax) / DVD – ¥3,800 (Before Tax)
Studio Ghibli Website: http://www.ghibli.jp/
Walt Disney Japan Website: https://www.disney.co.jp/
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Closet is a new brand created by Donguri Kyowakoku―the official Studio Ghibli merch shop in Japan―and they've just unveiled a new series of denim goods embroidered with My Neighbor Totoro designs. The new merch will drop at the Lazona Kawasaki Plaza branch of Closet and at shops stocking the Closet brand from October 13.
Closet Limited Edition - My Neighbor Totoro Denim Series - Tote Bag: ¥2,300 (Pre-Tax)
Closet is a new spin-off brand from Donguri Kyowakoku whose products focus on the heroines of the Studio Ghibli filmography who wield a strong heart under their kindness.My Neighbor Totoro Denim Series - Lunch Tote Bag: ¥2,100 (Pre-Tax)
The brand's first permanent shop opened in Lazona Kawasaki in March this year where they stock a whole variety of Ghibli items aimed at women including cosmetics, pouches, accessories and more.My Neighbor Totoro Denim Series - Mini Pouch: ¥1,500 (Pre-Tax)
My Neighbor Totoro Denim Series - Pouch w/Gusset: ¥1,700 (Pre-Tax)
This is the second denim series in the line following the Kiki's Delivery Service run of embroidered denim items. There are four pieces in total: a tote bag, lunch tote bag, mini pouch and a pouch with a gusset. If you're a Totoro fan then be sure to check out this delicately crafted series.Information
Closet Limited Edition My Neighbor Totoro Denim Series
Release Date: October 13, 2018
Location: Closet by Donguri Kyowakoku
Address: 3F Lazona Kawasaki Plaza, 72-1 Horikawachō, Saiwai Ward, Kawasaki, Kanagawa Prefecture
Opening Hours: 10:00-21:00
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Benelic have plans to sell Studio Ghibli themed clothing themed around the characters and films themselves. Orders will open on the company’s online shop and over at the Donguri Kyowakoku store from the middle of July and will be sold in a limited quantity.
The first line of items includes a special ‘bathhouse’ souvenir jacket for “Spirited Away” and a “Princess Mononoke” themed velveteen souvenir jacket with a design for the ‘Forest Spirit’ on it. The second item will be an N-1 deck jacket designed around the ‘Mamma Aiuto’ from “Porco Rosso” which will go on limited quantity sale from the middle of August.
The “GBL” line of clothing is a new brand that uses high quality materials and stays true to original designs. The clothes are aimed at adult Ghibli fans who enjoy fashion.
Spirited Away 'Bathhouse' Souvenir Jacket
This glossy souvenir jacket is made of satin and feels great to touch. It has a vintage colour scheme and has embroidered on it gorgeous designs of stone people on the chest area as well as No-Face standing in front of the bathhouse on the back. The salmon pink on the collar, cuffs and back give it that oriental touch. The original Studio Ghibli logo is also printed on the name tag, and the jacket even has an inside pocket for you to easily store your sunglasses and such.
【Product Details】
Price: ￥29,800 (tax excluded)
Materials: Shell of jacket 100% rayon / Lining 100% rayon / Rib 100% acrylic / Insulation 100% polyester
Sizes: Ｍ・Ｌ・ＸＬ
※Orders begin from mid-July. Jackets will be shipped at the beginning of September.
Princess Mononoke 'Forest Spirit' Velveteen Souvenir Jacket
The Princess Mononoke jacket is made of nap-raised velveteen (or 'velour'). The front of the jacket has on it a "Moro" design, the god of wolves as seen in Princess Mononoke, while the back is decorated with the "Forest Spirit" who is stood among the trees. The sleeves have a drift of wild boar led by Okkoto, the old boar god. Just like the Spirited Away jacket, this one also has the original Studio Ghibli logo printed on the name tag, as well as an inside pocket.
【Product Details】
Price: ￥29,800 (tax excluded)
Materials: Shell of jacket 100% rayon / Lining 100% rayon / Rib 100% acrylic / Insulation 100% polyester
Sizes: Ｍ・Ｌ・ＸＬ
※Orders begin from mid-July. Jackets will be shipped at the beginning of September.
Porco Rosso 'Mamma Aiuto' Deck Jacket (Khaki/Navy)
This N-1 deck jacket is made of insulating and waterproof cotton. The chest has a skull design while the back has "MAMA AIUTO" written in a stencil print, giving it that militaristic style. It comes in two colours, khaki and navy.
【Product Details】
Price: 35,000円 (tax-excluded)
Materials: Shell of jacket 100% cotton / Lining 80% acrylic and 20% polyester / Rib 100% acrylic
Sizes: 38・40・42
※Orders begin from mid-August. Jackets will be shipped at the beginning of October.
If you're an adult and a fan of Ghibli, be sure you don't miss out on these awesome-looking, limited edition items!
Information:
Donguri Kyowakoku online shop GBL: http://www.gbl.tokyo
※The website will be accessible from the middle of July.
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HARAJUKU COLLECTIVE, a Collaboration Between Hot Topic & Studio Ghibli, Gets Pop-Up Store at Shinsaibashi PARCO
Last year, the HARAJUKU COLLECTIVE collaboration appeared at AF Gallery in Harajuku from August 10 until August 28, garnering massive acclaim from fans. The collection is now being sold at Shinsaibashi PARCO until March 12, 2023.
HARAJUKU COLLECTIVE is a Studio Ghibli-inspired apparel collection by the popular American counterculture chain Hot Topic. Bringing more Japanese culture to the ongoing Studio Ghibli collaboration launched in 2014, Hot Topic stores began selling original items produced by nine Japanese creators and brands, as well as some original American items produced by Hot Topic’s executive designers.
The lineup of Japan-original items includes T-shirts, tote bags, and other items featuring exclusive artwork by up-and-coming creators. These items depict beloved characters from Studio Ghibli’s works, as well as logos created for the collaboration. Fans won’t want to miss grabbing these unique items!
Details on the Previous HARAJUKU COLLECTIVE Pop-Up Store: https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/ja/625747
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HARAJUKU COLLECTIVE
Running: February 23 – March 12, 2023
Hours: 10:00-20:00
Venue: Shinsaibashi PARCO B1F Pop-Up Space (1-8-3 Shinsaibashisuji, Chuo-ku, Osaka)
Official Site: https://ghibli-harajukucollective-ec.com
Online Store (Open until March 31, 2023): https://ec.ghibli-harajukucollective-ec.com
HARAJUKU COLLECTIVE Official SNS:
Instagram: @harajuku_collective
(https://www.instagram.com/harajuku_collective）
Twitter: @harajuku_collect (https://twitter.com/harajukucollect)
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GBL is a Japanese brand that sells casual American style apparel with designs and motifs taken from Studio Ghibli movies.
To celebrate the 30th anniversary of Kiki's Delivery Service and the brand has teamed up with BABY-G, which is also celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, to release a wristwatch inspired by the internationally beloved film.
The base for the wristwatch is the BGD-501 model which was a tremendously popular design in Japan in the 2000's. The limited edition anniversary item is littered with Kiki design.
Donguri Kyowakoku is taking online orders from early March and will sell it in-store from early April. Further information will be made available in the near future on GBL's brand site and Instragram page.The watch's dial is inspired by the movie's poster advertised when the film was released which featured Kiki working at the counter of Gütiokipänjä Bakery. When the watch's internal back-light shines you can see the bakery's logo. The timepiece's body comes with in matte black making it easy to co-ordinate with outfits. Information
Kiki’s Delivery Service x BABY-G Watch
GBL Brand Website: http://www.gbl.tokyo
GBL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gbl.tokyo/?hl=ja
Donguri Kyowakoku Online Store: http://www.donguri-sora.com
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From Saturday 20th April 2019 to Sunday 12th May 2019, Kanda Shrine’s Myojin hall, which has recently been set up in the Edo Culture Complex (EDOCCO), will hold a special exhibition dedicated to Studio Ghibli and its former president Toshio Suzuki. The exhibition “Toshio Suzuki to Ghibli” will be open every day during the event period.Photographer：Nobuyoshi Araki
The “Toshio Suzuki to Ghibli” exhibition is dedicated to the words of Toshio Suzuki; the talented producer of Japan’s most widely famous film studio that has fans within Japan and all over the world. Starting at Hiroshima last year, the exhibition was then packed with more Studio Ghibli magic and transformed into the “Studio Ghibli Toshio Suzuki Kotoba no Maho-ten” (Words of magic exhibition). This took place in Nagoya and Kanazawa.painted by Toshio Suzuki Photographer： AYANO YAMANOlooks of the Words of magic exhibition from the past ©TS ©Studio Ghibli
The past exhibition featured documents and illustrations by Suzuki. A message he wrote for future generations to read was also presented to the visitors of the exhibition. The exhibition to be held this year at Kanda Myojin will be selling Ghibli collaboration goods!looks of the Words of magic exhibition from the past ©TSlooks of the Words of magic exhibition from the past ©TS ©Studio Ghibli
In order to reach out to more people, the director’s intentions from all Ghibli’s numerous works have been put into words by Toshio Suzuki. Just by looking at these strong words, anyone can feel the distinct film scenes of Ghibli. You will continue to be drawn into the world of Ghibli. It has been 40 years since Suzuki met Isao Takahata and Hayao Miyazaki and teamed up to create Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind, Spirited Away, the Wind Rises, the Tale of Princess Kaguya and many more famous films. Where does a Ghibli film start and which direction does it take? The exhibition features Suzuki’s documents and notes for such films, including Suzuki’s starting points and a walk-through right to the current moment. Come discover the secrets of Ghibli films!Follow Suzuki’s words to unravel the secrets of the world of Studio Ghibli! Information
Toshio Suzuki and Ghibli Exhibition
Location：Kanda Myojin Shrine, Edo Culture Complex (EDOCCO) （5-minute walk from Ochanomizu station／7-minute walk fro Akihabara station）
Event period：Saturday 20th April 2019 to Sunday 12th May 2019
※ (Open for the full 23-day period)
Opening times：10：00 ～ 18：00 （Last entries: 17：30）
※ Opening hours may change.
Queries：ghibli-suzuki@nomura-g.jp
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Closet is a new brand created by Donguri Kyowakoku―the official Studio Ghibli merch shop in Japan―and they've just unveiled a new series of denim goods embroidered with My Neighbor Totoro designs. The new merch will drop at the Lazona Kawasaki Plaza branch of Closet and at shops stocking the Closet brand from October 13.
Closet Limited Edition - My Neighbor Totoro Denim Series - Tote Bag: ¥2,300 (Pre-Tax)
Closet is a new spin-off brand from Donguri Kyowakoku whose products focus on the heroines of the Studio Ghibli filmography who wield a strong heart under their kindness.My Neighbor Totoro Denim Series - Lunch Tote Bag: ¥2,100 (Pre-Tax)
The brand's first permanent shop opened in Lazona Kawasaki in March this year where they stock a whole variety of Ghibli items aimed at women including cosmetics, pouches, accessories and more.My Neighbor Totoro Denim Series - Mini Pouch: ¥1,500 (Pre-Tax)
My Neighbor Totoro Denim Series - Pouch w/Gusset: ¥1,700 (Pre-Tax)
This is the second denim series in the line following the Kiki's Delivery Service run of embroidered denim items. There are four pieces in total: a tote bag, lunch tote bag, mini pouch and a pouch with a gusset. If you're a Totoro fan then be sure to check out this delicately crafted series.Information
Closet Limited Edition My Neighbor Totoro Denim Series
Release Date: October 13, 2018
Location: Closet by Donguri Kyowakoku
Address: 3F Lazona Kawasaki Plaza, 72-1 Horikawachō, Saiwai Ward, Kawasaki, Kanagawa Prefecture
Opening Hours: 10:00-21:00
Access: Directly connected to West Entrance of JR Kawasaki Station -
Studio Ghibli’s animated features are loved the world over, with classic titles such as Spirited Away, My Neighbor Totori and Kiki’s Delivery Service.
Plans for a Ghibli theme park are now in place and it is scheduled to open in Aichi Prefecture in 2022. The exact location will be Ai-Chikyu Haku Kinen Koen, also known as Moricoro Park, which is where the Expo 2005 World’s Fair took place.
Let’s take a little look at some of the park’s areas that are currently under construction.
Seishun no Oka Area
The ‘Hill of Youth Area.’ Right at the entrance is the main gate’s elevator tower, which is being established as a landmark. It takes inspiration from Howl’s Moving Castle, incorporating a design based on late-19th century sci-fi elements. It plans to be a symbolic structure of the main gate.
Next to the elevator tower will be the antique shop as seen in Whisper of the Heart.
Ghibli no Daisouko Area
The ‘Ghibli’s Great Storehouse Area.’ The warm water pool currently being managed at Moricoro Park will close in September 2018 and undergo renovation to be turned into the new Ghibli storehouse area. This area will be a collection of storehouses littered with lots of exciting Studio Ghibli displays.
Everything here will be indoors, so it won’t be affected by the weather, allowing people to enjoy their time seeing all there is to see. Lots of planned for this area including item exhibition rooms, video exhibition rooms, a play area for children, and more.
Mononoke no Sato Area
The ‘Mononoke Village Area.’ To harmonize with the Japanese landscape, places like the Aichi Satorabo fields at Moricoro Park will take inspiration from the international sensation Princess Mononoke, with the construction of the Tatara factory and more. There will also be art displays of the Tatari Gami demon, Lord Okkoto boar god and others from the film. The entire area will be turned into a Princess Mononoke village.
Majo no Tani Area
The ‘Witch Valley Area.’ This area will take on the theme of two films imbued with magic: Howl’s Moving Castle and Kiki’s Delivery Service.
Expect to see Howl’s Castle and a play area based on Kiki’s house amongst other attractions.
The colourful streetscape will be as if you’ve been sucked right into the films themselves!
Dondoko Mori Area
The ‘Dondoko Forest Area’ is Totoro themed. Satsuki and Mei’s house is already built here. A reception area will be built and the path in the forest behind the mountain will be renovated to enhance the surrounding area of the house even more.
The area’s name comes from the ‘dondoko dance’ that Satsuki and Mei do with Totoro to make the seeds they planed grow even quicker.
We can hardly wait for the opening of the official Studio Ghibli theme park in 2022!
◼︎InformationGhibli Park
Access: From Nagoya Station ride the subway for approximately 30 minutes to the last stop which is Fujigaoka Station. From there, ride the Linimo for approximately 15 minutes and get off at Ai-Chikyu Haku Kinen Koen Station.
Studio Ghibli Homepage：www.ghibli.jp/
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“Studio Ghibli no Anofuku” – Hand embroidered Ghibli clothing selling at Tsutaya Books in Daikanyama and Nakameguro!
Tsutaya Books and Studio Ghibli are launching a new fashion brand called “Studio Ghibli no Anofuku”, which will be selling at Tsutaya Books in Daikanyama and Nakameguro.
Playful designs of Studio Ghibli characters have been hand embroidered onto carefully selected vintage wear. A lot of care and love has been put into every stitch to make these one-of-a-kind fashion items. The market for this product is largely aimed at children. You can purchase the cute clothes from the online shop, or alternatively, pop into Tsutaya in Daikanyama or Nakameguro.
At Tsutaya in Daikanyama, there will be a clothes care workshop running to commemorate “Studio Ghibli no Anofuku”.
Embark on an adventure with your favourite Ghibli characters!
◼ Information
Ghibli no Anofuku
・Daikanyama Tsutaya Bookstore
Sales period: Friday 15th September 〜 Thursday 31st October 2017
Address: 17-5, Sarugakucho, Shibuya, Tokyo
Telephone no: 03-3770-2525
Website: http://real.tsite.jp/daikanyama/
※ Workshop event
Time & date: Monday 18th September 2017
Slot 1: 13:00 ~ 13:30
Slot 2: 13:30 ~ 14:00
Slot 3: 14:00 ~ 14:30
Slot 4: 14:30 ~ 15:00
Max. spaces: 5 people per slot
No participation fee
Those who wish to take part must register on the day of the event on the 2nd floor of Daikanyama Tsutaya Book store building 1.
・Nakameguro Tsutaya Books
Sales period: Friday 15th September 〜 Thursday 5th October 2017
Adderss: 1-22-10, Kamimeguro, Tokyo
Telephone no: 03-6303-0940
HP: http://real.tsite.jp/nakameguro/
