An art book featuring storyboards, art boards, background paintings, character designs, and scene stills created during the film’s production, organized according to the flow of the story. In addition to Miyazaki Hayao’s project proposal, completed script for voice recording, and a production timeline, the book also includes valuable interviews with key staff members such as Honda Yuu (Animation Director), Takeshige Youji (Art Director), Yoshida Noboru (Background Art), Okui Atsushi (Cinematography), Oohira Shin’ya (Key Animation), and Takaya Noriko (Harmony), who discuss the production process. The book traces the behind-the-scenes of Studio Ghibli’s longest-running production and the culmination of visual and artistic beauty through extensive materials and original artwork. ◆ Table of Contents ◆ Feature Film Project Memorandum: Should We Create a Theatrical Feature? Feature Animation Project Proposal Explanation of the Work by Director Miyazaki Hayao to the Main Staff Introduction Production Timeline About This Book
