Studio Ghibli has created timeless masterpieces beloved around the world, including My Neighbour Totoro, Kiki’s Delivery Service, Castle in the Sky, and Spirited Away. For fans of Ghibli’s distinctive world, it is natural to wonder where—and in what kind of atmosphere—these films were brought to life.
On this tour, you will visit locations closely connected to the creation of Studio Ghibli’s works, including the studio and former headquarters where these masterpieces were produced.(Please note that there is no entry into these facilities)
You will also explore other places that Ghibli fans will find especially meaningful. While walking through these sites, you will experience first-hand the atmosphere and environment of the town that gave birth to many of Studio Ghibli’s beloved films.
(Please note: this tour does not include entry to the Ghibli Museum, nor does it include ticket arrangement services.)
The tour also includes locations and scenery often associated with the imagery and atmosphere of Spirited Away, one of Studio Ghibli’s most iconic and internationally acclaimed works. Rather than presenting a single “official model location,” this experience introduces places, architecture, streetscapes, and cultural elements that are commonly connected with the mood and visual world of the film. As you explore these areas on foot, your guide will explain how everyday Japanese scenery and local atmosphere can deepen your understanding of Spirited Away and the wider creative world of Studio Ghibli.
Rather than viewing exhibitions, this walking tour focuses on strolling through the streets where the works were created—taking in the scenery, listening to the everyday sounds, and sensing the scale and rhythm of daily life that inspired these enduring films. For longtime Ghibli fans, it offers a chance to connect the films with real landscapes and cultural context. For those especially interested in Spirited Away, it provides a deeper way to rediscover the film’s atmosphere while exploring Tokyo on foot.