Studio Ghibli will release a series of art books titled "Miyazaki Hayao Image Board Collection," starting with volumes "1. Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind" and "2. Laputa: Castle in the Sky" on December 5, 2024. These books will bring together in one collection many image boards and storyboards drawn by the renowned film director and animator Miyazaki Hayao as possible. Animation film director Miyazaki Hayao was born in Tokyo in 1941. He joined Toei Doga (now Toei Animation) in 1963 after graduating from Gakushuin University's department of political economy. He became the co-founder of Studio Ghibli in 1985. The works he is most famous for include "Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind" (1984), "Laputa: Castle in the Sky" (1986), "My Neighbor Totoro" (1988), "Princess Mononoke" (1997), "Spirited Away" (2001), "Howl's Moving Castle" (2004), "Ponyo" (2008), and "The Wind Rises" (2013). His latest directorial work, "The Boy and the Heron", was released in 2023. "Spirited Away" won the Golden Bear at the 52nd Berlin International Film Festival and the Best Animated Feature at the 75th Academy Awards. Miyazaki received the Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement at the 62nd Venice International Film Festival. In 2012, he was designated as a Person of Cultural Merit, and in November 2014, he received the Honorary Award from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. In March 2024, "The Boy and the Heron" won the Best Animated Feature at the 96th Academy Awards, marking his second Academy Award. In May of the same year, Studio Ghibli received the Honorary Palme d'Or at the 77th Cannes Film Festival. Miyazaki also won the Ramon Magsaysay Award, often called the "Nobel Prize of Asia", in September. He planned and produced the concept for the Ghibli Museum, Mitaka, which opened in 2001, and currently serves as the honorary director. Image boards are essential to Miyazaki's creative process. He draws them to explore the world of the film he's about to create and share his vision with his staff. The "Miyazaki Hayao Image Board Collection" will feature as many image boards and storyboards drawn by Miyazaki as possible. The books are a compilation of all the original hand-drawn artwork by Miyazaki found in Studio Ghibli. The artwork is scanned with a high-precision scanner capturing the exact colors and textures. Even previously published artwork will be included in high resolution, along with many unpublished works. The large format (350mm x 257mm) allows the images to be reproduced at or near their original size. Each volume will cover a different Studio Ghibli feature film directed by Miyazaki, starting with "Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind". The series is planned to also include earlier works that Miyazaki was involved in before the founding of Studio Ghibli. The end of each volume features new interviews with producer Suzuki Toshio, sharing anecdotes about the works and the creation of the images. Commenting on the publication, Suzuki said, "There hasn't been a comprehensive collection of Miya-san's image boards until now. I might be the most excited about this publication." The "Miyazaki Hayao Image Board Collection" will be released in December 2024. "1. Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind" will be priced at 4,200 JPY (plus tax) and "2. Laputa: Castle in the Sky" at 4,800 JPY (plus tax). Subsequent volumes are planned for release, including "3. My Neighbor Totoro" in March 2025. The series will cover Studio Ghibli feature films directed by Miyazaki, Studio Ghibli feature films that Miyazaki was involved in, and other short films and early works. For more details, please visit the information page. One of the defining characteristics of Miyazaki Hayao's filmmaking is his habit of starting with image boards. These image boards contain all the necessary information for the film, including time, space, character expressions, personalities, and movements. Takahata Isao once told me, "No one else can do this except Miya-san." However, there hasn't been a comprehensive collection of Miya-san's image boards until now. I might be the most excited about this publication. Miyazaki Hayao Image Board Collection 1 Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind Publication date: December 5, 2024 Pages: 108 ISBN: 978-4-00-028831-6 Price: 4,200 JPY (plus tax) Miyazaki Hayao Image Board Collection 2 Laputa: Castle in the Sky Publication date: December 5, 2024 Pages: 136 ISBN: 978-4-00-028832-3 Price: 4,800 JPY (plus tax) Miyazaki Hayao Image Board Collection 3 My Neighbor Totoro Publication date: March 2025 (tentative) ISBN: 978-4-00-028833-0 Price: TBD Subsequent volumes and included works Theatrical films directed by Miyazaki Hayao: Kiki's Delivery Service, Porco Rosso, Princess Mononoke, Spirited Away, Howl's Moving Castle, Ponyo, The Wind Rises, The Boy and the Heron Studio Ghibli theatrical films in which Miyazaki Hayao was involved: Whisper of the Heart, Tales from Earthsea, The Secret World of Arrietty, From Up on Poppy Hill Other short films and early works: On Your Mark, Ghibli Museum original works, TV anime, etc.

A digital photobook composed entirely of previously unreleased cuts from "Todoke," the first photobook by voice actress Suzuhara Nozomi – known for her role as Sakurakoji Kinako in "Love Live! Superstar!!" and as a member of the show's school idol group Liella! – has been released today, May 26, 2025. Suzuhara Nozomi was born on November 1, 2002, in Miyazaki Prefecture. She made her voice acting debut in 2022 as Sakurakoji Kinako in "Love Live! Superstar!!" and is also a member of the series' school idol group, Liella!. Her other notable roles include Chiyori in "Tower of Sky," Niwa Akari in "StarryMonogatari," and Kuvera in "Brown Dust." Her first photobook, "Todoke," released on February 12, 2025, became a hot topic, with a reprint announced just two weeks after its release. Set in Singapore, the book captures Suzuhara's natural charm, as well as more mature expressions and looks not typically seen in her public image. The newly released digital photobook of unreleased cuts from "Todoke" boasts a volume of 112 pages. It allows fans to enjoy various facets of Suzuhara's charm, from a fresh morning look with natural makeup and cute school uniform shots, to an adult-like feel in a black dress that highlights her beautiful back. Additionally, the digital version of "Suzuhara Nozomi 1st Photobook Todoke" also became available on the same day. The digital photobook, composed entirely of unreleased cuts from "Todoke," the first photobook by Suzuhara Nozomi (known for her role as Sakurakoji Kinako in "Love Live! Superstar!!" and as a member of Liella!), is available for 3,000 yen (plus tax). ＜Full comment below＞ Suzuhara Nozomi I never imagined I would be able to release my own photobook, so I was very surprised, and at the same time, immensely happy! I've always collected many photobooks of female idols and voice actresses, so I was truly delighted to have the same experience as people I admire, like Watanabe Mayu and Saito Shuka. We shot in various outfits, ranging from an innocent atmosphere to what might be my most mature look yet. While there are some surprising photos like that, the shoot really respected my "true self," so I think the overall result is very cute and energetic. I'm really looking forward to seeing the reactions of those who get the photobook, and I hope you find your favorite cuts! The title "Todoke" straightforwardly means "May my love reach everyone!" I usually receive so many warm messages and a lot of love from everyone, so this time, it's filled with my desire to return even more love than I've received. I thought being "do-straight"—completely direct—was the most "me." ■ Digital Photobook Overview Title: All Unreleased Cuts Edition - Suzuhara Nozomi 1st Photobook Todoke Release Date: May 26, 2025 (Monday) Price: 3,000 yen + tax Publisher: KADOKAWA Photography: Kumaki Yu ■ 1st Photobook Overview Title: Suzuhara Nozomi 1st Photobook Todoke Price: 3,300 yen + tax Release Date: February 12, 2025 (Wednesday) *Digital version available from May 26 Publisher: KADOKAWA Photography: Kumaki Yu