Spirited Away
Miyu Irino, Rumi Hiiragi, Mari Natsuki
During her family's move to the suburbs, a sullen 10-year-old girl wanders into a world ruled by gods, witches and spirits, and where humans are changed into beasts.
Why you'll love it
This critically acclaimed film blends fantasy and humor, showcasing a young girl's adventures in a spirit world.
The Wind Rises
Hideaki Anno, Hidetoshi Nishijima, Miori Takimoto
Jiro Horikoshi studies assiduously to fulfill his aim of becoming an aeronautical engineer. As WWII begins, fighter aircraft designed by him end up getting used by the Japanese Empire against its foes.
Why you'll love it
An animated historical drama that combines romance and humor, focusing on the life of an aviation engineer.
The Boy and the Beast
Kôji Yakusho, Aoi Miyazaki, Shôta Sometani
When a young orphaned boy living on the streets of Shibuya stumbles upon a fantastic world of beasts, he's taken in by a gruff warrior beast looking for an apprentice.
Why you'll love it
A unique blend of action, comedy, and heartwarming moments, following a boy who becomes a disciple of a beast in a fantastical world.