News Letter TOHAN
★Animated picture books by Studio Ghibli legends are now available!★
Hayao Miyazaki
Isao Takahata
They are legendary animators of Studio Ghibli, known for creating numerous masterpieces such as Spirited Away. The magic of Studio Ghibli is no longer limited to animation—it can now be enjoyed in the form of stunning picture books. These books are inspired by works created by Studio Ghibli's legendary creators, offering a harmonious blend of art and these picture books capture the essence of Ghibli's beloved works and are perfect for readers of all ages, from children to! Dive into the enchanting world of Ghibli in a whole new way with these beautifully crafted picture books.
Heidi, a young girl who runs barefoot through the great outdoors of the Alps, lives happily with her stubborn yet kind-hearted grandfather and the young goat herder Peter. Goat’s milk, a bed of hay... This timeless classic, beloved around the world, was brought to life in animation by Isao Takahata.
Heidi: Girl of the Alps :
By Johanna Spyri, Isao Takahata / Tokuma Shoten
Anne of Green Gables:
By Lucy Maud Montgomery, Isao Takahata / Tokuma Shoten
A Dog of Flanders:
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Anne, an orphaned girl, is taken in by the elderly siblings Matthew and Marilla. Skinny, freckled, and with red hair to boot, Anne’s overflowing imagination and rich sensitivity eventually win the hearts of everyone around her. Set against the beautiful backdrop of Prince Edward Island in Canada, this is a gem of a story that portrays Anne’s coming of age and her journey to becoming a remarkable young woman.
By Marie
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In the early 1870s, in a small village near Antwerp in the Flanders region of Belgium, a boy named Nello lived with his grandfather Jehan. Every morning, they collected milk from the village and delivered it to a dairy shop in Antwerp. One morning, they came across a dog that had been beaten and abandoned by a blacksmith. Taking the dog in, they cared for him, and once he recovered, the dog, Patrasche, began helping them with the milk deliveries. Over time, a deep bond of friendship grew between Nello and Patrasche. But what lies ahead for them...?
Louise de la Ramée, Yoshio Kuroda / Tokuma Shoten
3000 Leagues in Search of Mother :
By Edmondo De Amicis, Isao Takahata / Tokuma Shoten
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Marco, a young boy living in the port city of Genoa, Italy, faced a heartbreaking day when his mother left to work in a distant foreign land to support his father's struggling business. However, when her letters suddenly stopped coming, Marco made a brave decision to search for her. Crossing the sea to an unfamiliar country, Argentina, Marco embarks on a journey filled with challenges. This is a story of love and courage as Marco perseveres against all odds.
Total Volume: 2
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The world's most famous detective, "Sherlock Holmes," has been adapted into a feature animation series for children, starring beloved dog characters. Now, the "Sherlock Hound" series is finally available as a picture book! All the characters are reimagined as anthropomorphic dogs, with stories simplified for children and an overall bright and cheerful tone. Most of the cases revolve around theft, and notably, there isn't a single murder mystery in the series.
Sherlock Hound:
By Conan Doyle, Hayao Miyazaki / Tokuma Shoten
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Future Boy Conan :
Alexander Hill Key, Hayao MIyazaki / Tokuma Shoten
Nadia, The Secret of Blue Water:
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In the year 2008, a great war erupted, bringing humanity to the brink of extinction. Twenty years later, a boy named Conan, who grew up on a small island, saves a girl named Lana being pursued by villains. With his extraordinary strength and indomitable will, Conan embarks on an unknown adventure! Directed entirely by Hayao Miyazaki, this marks his directorial debut.
By Hideaki Anno / Tokuma Shoten
Total Volume: 2
*Hideaki Anno is also the director of “Neon Genesis Evangelion”
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In 1889, an invention-loving boy named Jean meets a girl named Nadia in Paris. Nadia is being pursued by mysterious figures due to her possession of the Blue Water gem. The two flee and are rescued by the enigmatic submarine Nautilus but are soon captured by a man calling himself Gargoyle... Set at the end of the 19th century, this is an epic adventure tale directed by Hideaki Anno, renowned for Neon Genesis Evangelion.
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