The art of My Neighbor Totoro : : Based on the Studio Ghibli Film

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First published by Tokuma Shoten Co., Ltd. in Japan.
"This book was originally published in Japan in 1988. The interviews, creator profiles, and other contents of the book are current for that publication date only."
[Introduction / Hayao Miyazaki] -- Initial concept sketches -- The art of animated films -- Totoro animation technique -- Totoro production report.

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Good Book submitted by xiwang on August 3, 2013, 4:58pm This is a great insight into the art of Totoro.

great book submitted by karinnet on August 6, 2013, 8:05pm great demonstration of the artwork of totoro

Showcases the art and concepts of Totoro submitted by asopijw65 on July 14, 2014, 8:55pm Not only does this book show concepts and sketches, but it also goes into the thought process and character development and style. Very informative and interesting to see.

Totoro means acorn submitted by kjshaffer on August 9, 2015, 9:01pm I really enjoyed looking at the artwork. This is a great companion to the movie.

Beautiful submitted by Avliss on August 3, 2017, 1:29pm Gorgeous artwork - I love the progression from "simple" sketches to the animation that I know and love.

Awesome submitted by Corgo0828 on June 18, 2018, 9:23pm Super good!

So lovely submitted by Smileyfrowns on August 20, 2018, 4:07pm This book is a great resource to look at the art in Totoro. It shows the progression of artwork, from mere ideas to the animations in the film. It's very relaxing to look through and satisfying to see how the artwork progresses!