My Neighbor Totoro is a 1988 Japanese animated fantasy film written and directed by Hayao Miyazaki and produced by Studio Ghibli.
Set in rural Japan during the 1950s, the film follows two sisters who encounter a series of creatures living in the forest near their home, including Totoro, who later became the studio's official mascot.
Alongside the film itself, Studio Ghibli drew attention for a DVD case design that uses the reflective surface of the disc as part of the artwork. When opened, the characters appear to look into water and see their reflections, integrating the physical object directly into the image.
The film became known for its quiet pacing, hand-drawn animation, and focus on nature and childhood observation. Although its original theatrical release was relatively modest, it gradually developed into one of Studio Ghibli's most widely recognized works.
