Checklist · 11 picks · 6 categories
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Ghibli fans are some of the easiest people to shop for, because the movies give you so many characters to pick from.
Totoro, Jiji, Chihiro, Howl and the soot sprites all get their own gifts. I built this list from guides at BuzzFeed, ET Online, WOOD TV and Popverse, and I only kept officially licensed Studio Ghibli products, so the unofficial cookbooks and handmade Etsy pieces those guides mention are left out. Most picks are small and affordable, with a couple of bigger ones for people who want to go all in. A good tip: find out which movie your person loves most before you buy. A Kiki fan will smile at a Jiji necklace, but a Spirited Away fan might want the steelbook or the teacup instead.
Who this is not for. If your person likes anime in general rather than Ghibli specifically, try the anime fans list instead.
budget plush · 9 inch
Best for totoro fans of any age
WOOD TV picked this as a soft, fuzzy 9-inch Totoro plush for fans.
Picked by WOOD TV studio Ghibli anniversary gift pick.
$25-50
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budget journal
Best for kiki fans who like to write
BuzzFeed's pick for Kiki fans: light enough for an everyday bag and cute on a bedside table.
Picked by BuzzFeed studio Ghibli gift pick.
$15-25
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budget sketchbook
Best for artists who love Spirited Away
ET Online picked it for the Spirited Away characters on the cover, and says it handles ink, pastels and markers.
Picked by ET Online studio Ghibli holiday gift guide pick.
$15-25
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| Pick | Tier | Price | Best for | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio Ghibli My Neighbor Totoro Cherry Blossom Traditional Japanese Porcelain Dish | budget | $15-25 | desk or dresser decor lovers | 1 outlet |
| Studio Ghibli Spirited Away Japanese Teacup | budget | $15-25 | spirited Away fans who love tea | 1 outlet |
| Skater Kiki's Delivery Service 2 Tier Round Bento Lunch Box | budget | $15-25 | kiki fans who pack lunch | 1 outlet |
budget trinket dish
Best for desk or dresser decor lovers
ET Online picked this small porcelain dish as a good size for holding small trinkets.
Picked by ET Online studio Ghibli holiday gift guide pick.
$15-25
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budget teacup · 8 oz
Best for spirited Away fans who love tea
WOOD TV says this ceramic cup is well painted and shows characters and settings from the film.
Picked by WOOD TV studio Ghibli anniversary gift pick.
$15-25
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budget lunch box · 2 tier
Best for kiki fans who pack lunch
WOOD TV picked it for fans of the film and anyone who packs a lunch.
Picked by WOOD TV studio Ghibli anniversary gift pick.
$15-25
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budget necklace
Best for kiki and Jiji fans who like jewelry
WOOD TV calls this whimsical Jiji-on-a-broomstick pendant one fans will enjoy.
Picked by WOOD TV studio Ghibli anniversary gift pick.
$15-25
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mid paper theater
Best for crafty Kiki fans
ET Online picked this paper theater kit for crafty fans who like to assemble and display a Kiki scene.
Picked by ET Online studio Ghibli holiday gift guide pick.
$25-50
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mid jigsaw puzzle · about 200 pieces
Best for howl fans who like puzzles
ET Online picked this puzzle for its stained-glass style image of the film.
Picked by ET Online studio Ghibli holiday gift guide pick.
$25-50
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mid movie · 20th anniversary
Best for collectors who own a Blu-ray player
WOOD TV picked this 20th-anniversary edition in a metal case with extra features.
Picked by WOOD TV studio Ghibli anniversary gift pick.
$25-50
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mid art book
Best for art lovers who want the behind-the-scenes
WOOD TV calls it a must-have book with artworks and production materials, some never shown outside Studio Ghibli's archives.
Picked by WOOD TV studio Ghibli anniversary gift pick.
$25-50
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A Totoro plush is the safe choice. Guides like WOOD TV and Popverse both lead with Totoro items, and a plush works for fans of any age.
Yes, I only kept products sold as Studio Ghibli merchandise. Guides also list unofficial cookbooks and handmade Etsy pieces, and I left those out.
Go for something they can use or display, like a puzzle, a sketchbook, a teacup or a steelbook edition of a favorite film.
BoxLunch and Hot Topic carry exclusive Ghibli sweaters, caps and plushes, so a few picks here ship from those stores instead of Amazon.
USPS's recommended last send dates for December 25 in the contiguous US are December 17 for Ground Advantage, December 18 for Priority Mail and December 19 for Priority Mail Express. Retailers set their own order-by dates, so check at checkout.
