As Miyazaki’s The Boy and The Heron tops box offices across the globe, nerds are once again reminded of the power of Studio Ghibli fans, all of whom almost certainly deserve a great gift this holiday season.
Luckily, Studio Ghibli merch has been on the rise in recent years, with a wide variety of products to choose from. Whether it’s a wonderful piece of art or a cuddly new desk accessory, there are plenty of great Studio Ghibli gift ideas to fulfill any loved one’s Christmas wish.
The Best Studio Ghibli Gift Ideas
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Best Budget Studio Ghibli GiftSpirited Away - No Face Sauce Dish
This small, porcelain sauce dish is perfect for using with soy sauce or other dipping sauces. Fans of Spirited Away will be delighted by the ghostly visage of No Face as they enjoy their meal. The low price tag makes this Ghibli merch a no-brainer for anime fans.
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Best Studio Ghibli Gift for Spirited Away FansZFBIRD Anime Dragon Neck Pillow
This cute neck pillow is designed to look like the dragon spirit Haku, from Spirited Away. The plush neck pillow is made with comfy cotton and curves perfectly around the user's head to keep them comfortable. The pillow also comes with a soft eye mask with adorable antlers for users who need a bit of extra help to get a good night's sleep.
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Editor's ChoiceStudio Ghibli Art Crystal Jigsaw Puzzle
This crystal puzzle from Ensky comes in five different varieties: Howl's Moving Castle, Kiki's Delivery Service, My Neighbor Totoro, Spirited Away, and a special one just for Jiji the cat. Doubling as a 208-piece puzzle, these sets are perfect for artistic fans of Studio Ghibli.
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Best Studio Ghibli Accessory GiftStudio Ghibli Howl's Moving Castle Calcifer Flame Crossbody Bag
This crossbody purse features Howl's Moving Castle's Calcifer. Its silly yet iconic design is ideal for events, cosplay, or even just running errands. Adjust the strap to your desired length, pair the bag with other anime-inspired clothes, and you're sure to have a "fire" look wherever your adventures take you. A cute frying pan-shaped zipper and reflective appliques add a touch of whimsy to this already fun and funky bag.
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Best Premium Studio Ghibli GiftLoungefly Studio Ghibli My Neighbor Totoro Forest Bag
Loungefly's high quality bags have finally given Studio Ghibli fans everything they wanted with this cute mini backpack. The bag displays Totoro and his friends with leaves, strawberries, and flowers. The simple bag is made with high quality materials and offers users three total pockets for storage.
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Best Studio Ghibli Gift for Display ShelvesCastle in the Sky Robot Soldier (Gardener) Posable Figure
This posable anime figurine is the perfect gift for fans of Castle in the Sky. The 7.5-inch tall figure is a model of the robot soldier from Castle in the Sky, one of Studio Ghibli's most beloved movies. Made with durable plastic, yet completely posable and able to sit on the provided stand, this statue is a great representative of Laputa and Studio Ghibli fandom.
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Best Studio Ghibli Jewelry GiftStudio Ghibli Spirited Away Soot Sprites Candy Drop Earrings
$7 $10 Save $3These adorable earrings offer a jingly nod to Spirited Away, the Studio Ghibli movie responsible for everyone's favorite soot sprites. Featuring multiple sprites and pastel stars on each earring, this jewelry set is perfect for stylish Spirited Away fans.
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Best Studio Ghibli Gift for FashionistasHer Universe Studio Ghibli Kiki's Delivery Service Jiji Paperbag Jeans
$33 $55 Save $22These fashionable pants from Hot Topic are one of the cutest ways to show off love for Studio Ghibli's movie about a little witch. The pants feature a number of motifs from Kiki's Delivery Service, including a full-sized Jiji! Plus, the super cut red fabric belt comes with the pants too!
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Best Studio Ghibli Gift for Castle in the Sky FansCastle in The Sky: Levitation Stone with Voice Recognition
This Castle in the Sky necklace is a very cool piece of anime merch. The beautiful, blue necklace is etched with the same designs that are shown in the movie, filled with a sparkly gold paint. What really makes this merch stand out is the fact that there’s a voice-activated light inside, meaning fans can speak their favorite spells to activate the necklace, just like in Castle in the Sky!
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Best Studio Ghibli Gift for the OfficeStudio Ghibli Benelic Statue Desk Clock
This desk clock statue is available in four different designs, each depicting a different Studio Ghibli character. Fans of Castle in the Sky, Kiki’s Delivery Service, My Neighbor Totoro, and Princess Mononoke will love adding this analog clock to their desk top. The high quality statues are finely and accurately detailed, making them a great fit for any anime fan’s space.
How We Chose the Best Studio Ghibli Gifts
Finding Studio Ghibli merch can be kind of easy, given the far-reaching influence the brand has had on people. However, not everything is worth buying. To determine which pieces of merch were truly the best, Game ZXC focused on a few key factors:
- Usefulness – Could the item be used for some task, or does it just look nice?
- Design – Did the item look like it belonged to a Studio Ghibli franchise? How well could it fit in with other accessories?
- Quality – Was the item made with durable materials? Did the reviews mention any significant issues with the product?
- Price – Was the item reasonably priced, or was it overly expensive due to limited stock or price gauging?
Best Budget Studio Ghibli Gift
Spirited Away - No Face Sauce Dish
This small, porcelain sauce dish is perfect for using with soy sauce or other dipping sauces. Fans of Spirited Away will be delighted by the ghostly visage of No Face as they enjoy their meal. The low price tag makes this Ghibli merch a no-brainer for anime fans.
- Perfectly holds sauces for dipping
- Designed to work with soy sauce for a cool visual effect
- Can easily fit in with other dishes
- Very small
This dish is deliciously depraved, designed with an indentation of No Face from Spirited Away that should, theoretically, gaze at users through a thin veneer of soy sauce. The dish is made from porcelain and at first glance looks like a typical soy sauce dish, meaning it will fit right in with other dishes.
Perfect for Studio Ghibli fans who love to have sushi, potstickers, and dumplings, this gift is also an extremely affordable option. Currently, fans can give this saucy dish to their favorite Ghibli friend for just $10! It’s not the biggest gift ever, but as far as Studio Ghibli merch goes, it’s tough to beat such a low price.
Best Premium Studio Ghibli Gift
Loungefly Studio Ghibli My Neighbor Totoro Forest Bag
Loungefly's high quality bags have finally given Studio Ghibli fans everything they wanted with this cute mini backpack. The bag displays Totoro and his friends with leaves, strawberries, and flowers. The simple bag is made with high quality materials and offers users three total pockets for storage.
- Cute and pretty design
- Plenty of space for holding everything one could need
- Made with the highest quality materials
- Very expensive
Loungefly and Hot Topic are on a roll with their absolutely stunning bag collection, which includes a number of Studio Ghibli designs. The only thing that tends to keep people away is the hefty price tag. Of course, the bags are made with premium materials and feature wonderful illustrations, but grabbing every bag that catches one’s eye will quickly clear out most bank accounts.
This Loungefly bag shows off a few candid forest scenes of Totoro and friends picking berries and leaves. The soft, off-white background melds well with the light greens, blues, and other colors that mark the various Ghibli motifs. While there is a new Sakura Totoro Loungefly bag coming next spring, that only means that this bag may be out of stock sooner rather than later.
Editor’s Choice Studio Ghibli Gift
Studio Ghibli Art Crystal Jigsaw Puzzle
This crystal puzzle from Ensky comes in five different varieties: Howl's Moving Castle, Kiki's Delivery Service, My Neighbor Totoro, Spirited Away, and a special one just for Jiji the cat. Doubling as a 208-piece puzzle, these sets are perfect for artistic fans of Studio Ghibli.
- Very beautiful designs
- Available in a variety of styles
- Is both something fun to do and a decoration
- Can be hard to find a way to hang it
The Studio Ghibli art crystal jigsaw puzzles are one of the best gifts a Ghibli fan can get. These puzzles are fairly simple with just over 200 pieces, yet they look incredibly beautiful when completed. Since there are five different designs, it’s easy to find one for most Ghibli fans, regardless of their absolute favorite movie.
The vibrant colors really pop against the black border, while the clear backgrounds for each of the images make it look even better when displayed near natural light, such as in front of a window. Artistic fans who love to take their time with their art will most appreciate this gift, though almost any Studio Ghibli fan would be excited to receive this perfectly pretty puzzle set.