1. Spirited Away (2001) – A classic from Studio Ghibli, this enchanting film follows a young girl named Chihiro as she navigates a magical world filled with strange creatures.

2. Princess Mononoke (1997) – Another masterpiece from Studio Ghibli, this epic adventure explores the conflict between mankind and nature, and the consequences of their collision.

3. Your Name (2016) – A visually stunning romantic drama about two teenagers who find themselves mysteriously switching bodies and must navigate each other’s lives.

4. Akira (1988) – A groundbreaking dystopian sci-fi film set in Neo-Tokyo that has shaped the genre for decades afterward.

5. Ghost in the Shell (1995) – This futuristic thriller explores complex themes such as cyber identity and AI consciousness, with gripping action scenes.

6. A Silent Voice (2016) – A moving story about a deaf girl and her former bully who seeks redemption for his past actions.

7. The Garden of Words (2013) – This short film revolves around an unusual relationship between a high school student and a mysterious woman he meets in a park on rainy days.

8. Violet Evergarden: Eternity and the Auto Memory Doll (2019) – A heartwarming side story to the popular anime series that expands on the relationship between Violet and her newfound friend Isabella York.

9. Flavors of Youth (2018) – This anthology of three short stories focuses on love, loss, and youth in modern China.

10. I Lost My Body (2019) – An unconventional animated film that follows a severed hand traveling across Paris to reunite with its owner.

11. The Boy and the Beast (2015) – A visually stunning adventure about a young orphaned human who finds himself in an alternate world inhabited by beasts.

12. In This Corner of the World (2016) – A heartfelt coming-of-age story set against the backdrop of World War II in Hiroshima.

13. Mirai (2018) – A beautiful time-traveling adventure centered around a young boy and his interactions with his family from different timelines.

14. Mary and the Witch’s Flower (2017) – A charming, magical adventure that revolves around a young girl who discovers a hidden world of witches and magical creatures.

15. Weathering With You (2019) – A stunning visual spectacle where two teenagers try to change their fate in a world where the weather seems to have a mind of its own.

16. My Neighbor Totoro (1988) – This delightful films tells the story of two young sisters who encounter woodland spirits in their new home’s surroundings.

17. Wolf Children (2012) – A touching tale about love and sacrifice as a mother raises her half-human, half-wolf children.

18. Children Who Chase Lost Voices (2011) – A visually captivating journey into a hidden world beneath our own, filled with wondrous creatures and ancient secrets.

19. Lu Over The Wall (2017) – A unique take on mermaids in which a music-loving mermaid girl helps members of her small town come together through song.

20. Kiki’s Delivery Service (1989) – Another lovable Studio Ghibli film that follows a young witch starting her own delivery service on a flying broomstick.

21. The Red Turtle (2016) – This dialogue-free film produced by Studio Ghibli is a work of art, exploring themes like survival and companionship on a deserted island.