Japanese-English multidisciplinary artist Saïna has announced she will release a new EP, titled Hotel 555, on 23 October. A single, "Darkest Hours", co-produced with zuriel and inspired by Studio ...

Many factors contribute to Hayao Miyazaki’s mastery of the animated medium. His imaginative worlds. Their impeccable art design. A unique blend of nature, magic, and technology, all of which fascinate ...

You may already own all of your favorite Studio Ghibli films, but what about the soundtracks composed by Joe Hisaishi that bring their animation and gut-punching stories to life? We thought you should ...

The Seattle Symphony Orchestra’s Sept. 16 presentation of “The Music of Studio Ghibli,” includes musical excerpts (though no ...

Many movie directors have forged tight bonds with musicians/composers and crafted long lasting and trusted partnerships. Director Hayao Miyazaki is the creator, architect and wizard behind the curtain ...

Joe Hisaishi is a famed Japanese movie and independent composer. His music evolved from Japanese electronic music of the 70s into the symphonic and cinematic masterpieces he is internationally praised ...

MARYLAND AND VIRGINIA. AND RAVEN, I KNOW YOU’RE TAKING A LOOK AT THE BIG PICTURE. THEY’RE KEEPING YOUR EYE ON THAT, TOO. YEAH. AND YOU KNOW WHAT? THAT’S ACTUALLY A FUNNELING IN SOME DRIER AIR FOR US.

The Las Vegas Philharmonic launches its new season with the music of Studio Ghibli, featuring iconic compositions by legendary composer Joe Hisaishi performed live by a full symphony orchestra.

Based in Scotland, Finn has been writing about Japanese pop culture for nine years now. He is also a gamer, hiker, and proud vegan. His passion is bringing news straight from Japan to you, in English, ...