Studio Ghibli movies have had a solid presence in pop culture for decades now. With so many incredible characters, plotlines, and colorfully creative worlds, nearly every film the studio has released has been memorable. So much so that players of the newest installment in the Animal Crossing franchise have been bringing their favorite Studio Ghibli movies to life in a variety of ways.
From making custom design costumes of their favorite Spirited Away characters to setting up decorations around their islands that are absolutely worthy of being in Howl’s Moving Castle, players have expressed their love for Ghibli in Animal Crossing: New Horizons in ways you might not have expected.
10 My Neighbor Totoro - Paintings
One of the most memorable and beloved Studio Ghibli movies is My Neighbor Totoro. There are countless designs for Totoro outfits and decor that fans of both the movies and Animal Crossing have made. Just check out these adorable Totoro themed paintings that players can hang up on their walls, display on canvases, or stick all over their island in various ways. Running into a cutesy forest spirit while looking for bugs is always a treat!
9 Princess Mononoke - Ashitaka’s Outfit
One of the more adult Ghibli movies is Princess Mononoke, with the main characters being older and the plotlines more gorey. What better combination is there than a deadly forest princess and cutesy animal villagers? Ashitaka is the main male protagonist in the film, whose love and protection for the forest and its people make him a perfect icon for Animal Crossing players looking to decorate their green, secluded island with plenty of mystical decor.
8 Kiki’s Delivery Service - Jiji
Jiji is the sweetest scaredy-cat in the world of Kiki’s Delivery Service. Kiki has the ability to speak to him, making their owner-pet relationship one of the cutest on-screen friendships ever.
Any fans of the film can get their own Jiji with this Animal Crossing: New Horizons code that will let them place a cute little black cat on their wall to make it appear as if he’s sitting on their counter, bed, fireplace, or any other surface against a wall. Now, who wouldn’t want a spunky Jiji of their own?
7 Howl’s Moving Castle - Howl’s Jacket
One of the most stylish characters Miyazaki has designed is definitely Howl from Howl’s Moving Castle. His first look in the movie includes a stunning knee-length coat that floats around him and Sophie as they fly over the city. This code lets any fan of the magical wizard wear that famous colorful jacket. Topping off the look by changing one’s hair to a shoulder-length blonde bob and throwing on some tight black pants is a must. This design will surely transport any player into the land of Ingary, where Sophie and Calcifer await.
6 Spirited Away - Soot Sprites
This is easily one of the most creative and adorable downloadable designs out there. The soot sprites became everyone’s favorite magical creatures during their iconic scenes in Spirited Away. This design depends on the player’s ability to find star fragments, which wash up on the shore after wishing on a shooting star. The little soot sprites can be placed on the ground under various colors of star fragments to recreate the famous moment when they got to feast upon tons of little star-shaped candies. Everyone who visits your island will definitely enjoy seeing the sprites dancing away on your shores.
5 Ponyo - Ponyo’s Dress
Oh, to be a magical goldfish who transforms into a human girl during an abnormal natural disaster. Ponyo is one of the youngest protagonists in a Studio Ghibli movie, making her adorable nature and repetitive quotes so memorable.
The girl’s outfit and plain and simple, since she did transform from being a fish. Now anyone playing Animal Crossing can throw on a messy red hairstyle and become Ponyo by putting on her adorable flowy dress with this code. All that’s left to complete the look is to find a friend willing to dress up like Ponyo’s best friend, Sosuke.
4 Princess Kaguya - Kaguya’s Kimono
Princess Kaguya is a very unique film by Studio Ghibli, with animation and drawing techniques much different than the other movies previously made. The dreaminess and colorfulness of the art style transcend beautifully into the multi-layer kimono that Princess Kaguya wears in the film. This very kimono was recreated on Animal Crossing and can now be downloaded by anyone excited to step into the Japanese folklore character’s shoes.
3 Kiki’s Delivery Service - Kiki’s Cake
It’s become all the rage to build a bakery on your island. There are bread shop designs, stalls where players can put food items, aprons for bakers, and more. The perfect addition for any Kiki’s Delivery Service fan’s personal bakery is a cake with Kiki’s logo from the film. The design is unmistakable and will get any visitors jealous of the creativity and adorableness of the bow-wearing witch. Though the original designer of this cake didn’t share a visual screenshot of their design code, they still shared its code, which is: MO-7BQT-SW8K-M95B.
2 My Neighbor Totoro - Totoro Cap
Though there are plenty of Ghibli inspired clothing items across the internet, most of them are fluffy feminine dresses or hoodies adorned with the classic Totoro designs. However, sometimes players just want to throw on a nerdy cap with their stylish outfit rather than get all dolled up in themed cosplay.
With this precious Totoro cap, you can do just that! This design is simple, sweet, and will definitely show off your cuddly forest spirit pride. It’s time to head out on the Cat Bus for a wild adventure into the magical woods.
1 Spirited Away - Chihiro’s Outfit
Chihiro has to change into her workers’ uniform once she becomes employed at the spirit-world bathhouse, leaving her classic green and white shirt hidden until she can remember her real name and save her parents. Her bright pink uniform is tied back with a long white cloth, which is present in this Animal Crossing design of her outfit. Be sure to go barefoot and wear a brunette ponytail to top off the young girl’s look. After downloading the outfit, you could also start designing your very own island bathhouse!
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