Step into the magical world of Howl’s Moving Castle (ハウルの動く城) with this beautifully illustrated Tokuma Anime Picture Book, which brings to life the unforgettable Studio Ghibli film directed by Hayao Miyazaki. Based on Diana Wynne Jones’s beloved fantasy novel Howl’s Moving Castle, this edition recreates the film’s most iconic moments, dialogue, and stunning visuals in a collectible oversized format.

The story follows Sophie, a young woman cursed by a witch to live in the body of an old woman, who stumbles upon the mysterious wizard Howl and his enchanted moving castle. Together, Sophie, Howl, the fire demon Calcifer, and a colorful cast of characters embark on an extraordinary journey filled with love, courage, and the rediscovery of joy in life.

With its full-color pages and cinematic layouts, this book allows readers to relive the magic of the film while appreciating details that may have been missed on screen. It’s both a wonderful introduction for children to Miyazaki’s artistry and a treasured collector’s item for Studio Ghibli fans worldwide.

Product Details

• Authors: Diana Wynne Jones (Original Story), Hayao Miyazaki (宮崎駿, Adaptation & Director)

• Publisher: Tokuma Shoten (徳間書店)

• Publication Date: December 19, 2004

• Language: Japanese (with furigana for easy reading)

• Format: Hardcover, Full Color Picture Book (Tokuma Anime Ehon series)

• Pages: 181

• ISBN-10: 4198619654

• ISBN-13: 978-4198619657

• Dimensions: 10.3 × 8.4 × 0.6 inches

Important Note

This product is available upon customer request, which may extend the shipping time. If it becomes unavailable from the manufacturer, it may be canceled from your order.