Located in the Tokyo suburbs, the Ghibli Museum, Mitaka is truly a dream destination that every Hayao Miyazaki fan should visit at least once in their lifetime. Before Ghibli Park opened in Nagoya, this was always at the very top of every anime fan’s list when traveling to Tokyo. I’ve even visited twice already, but every time I step inside, I’m still deeply captivated by the master’s meticulous creativity and wildly imaginative world.
From the adorable Totoro ticket booth welcoming visitors at the entrance to the huge, slightly mysterious gardener robot on the rooftop, and then inside, where you can get a close look at a wealth of precious original drawings and the animation production process. Every corner and every little detail is filled with childlike wonder and warmth. If you have the chance, be sure to give yourself an entire day to slowly and quietly enter this magical world created by the masters of Ghibli. It really is a dreamlike place that never gets old no matter how many times you visit, and one you should experience in person if you ever have the chance.
