What would Hayao Miyazaki’s films be without the music of Joe Hisaishi? From the 1984 Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind to the 2023 The Boy and the Heron, Hisaishi has made a huge contribution to Miyazaki’s work. Even those who don’t know his name know at least one of his tunes, most probably the closing theme of My Neighbor Totoro. Now, that iconic music can become part of your own everyday soundtrack with the My Neighbor Totoro Porcelain Music Box Totoro Ho-Ho!
In the world of Japanese design, there is a concept called monozukuri, which represents the spirit of making things with great care, precision, and soul. This music box is a perfect embodiment of that philosophy. In our increasingly digital and fast-paced lives, many of us face the problem of digital fatigue—a longing for something tactile, analog, and meaningful. This porcelain treasure solves that by providing a moment of iyashi, or healing, through the simple, mechanical beauty of a wind-up melody and the smooth, cool touch of high-quality ceramic.
The design of the Totoro Ho-Ho music box is a delightful tribute to the whimsy of Studio Ghibli. It features not just the famous ‘big’ Totoro, but all three members of the species as they appear in the film, gathered together to play their ocarinas. This attention to detail captures the specific quirkiness of Miyazaki’s world, where even the smallest forest spirits are treated with reverence and character. The anime’s title is elegantly engraved on a plaque at the base, making it a sophisticated addition to any shelf rather than just a simple toy.
Measuring approximately 12.2 x 8.2 x 8.5 cm (4.8 x 3.2 x 3.3 inches) and weighing in at 330 grams (11.6 oz), this official Studio Ghibli merchandise is substantial yet delicate. It plays the beloved ‘My Neighbor Totoro’ closing theme, bringing the nostalgia of the Japanese countryside right into your living room. Whether you are a lifelong collector of Ghibli memorabilia or looking for a piece of Japanese innovation that celebrates traditional materials like porcelain, you can find this beautiful piece at the Japan Trend Shop.
- Official Studio Ghibli merchandise
- Features all 3 Totoros (Big, Medium, Small)
- Plays the My Neighbor Totoro closing theme
- Material: Fine porcelain
- Dimensions: 12.2 x 8.2 x 8.5 cm
