CentralWorld Live will transform 3,000m² of space into a fantastical land of imagination, magic and dreams for "The World Of Studio Ghibli's Animation Exhibition Bangkok 2023", which will kick off on July 1 and run until Sept 30.
Ghibli fans in Thailand were introduced to the legendary studio from Japan in its first exhibition in Bangkok last year. It showcased some of its beloved animated movies, alongside calligraphy that carried memorable lines and key quotes integral to the world of Studio Ghibli.
This time, however, the exhibition will gather the most iconic scenes from 10 Studio Ghibli films. They are recreated in gigantic 3D installations, allowing the audience to be part of the classic moments in person.
The movies include My Neighbor Totoro, Howl's Moving Castle, Spirited Away, KiKi's Delivery Service, Princess Mononoke, Castle In The Sky, Porco Rosso, Nausicaä Of The Valley Of The Wind, Ponyo On A Cliff By The Sea and Pom Poko.
Last week, Kaonashi, or No Face, the iconic character from Spirited Away, surprised Bangkokians by travelling around downtown in a tuk-tuk.
The unexpected appearance was to promote the upcoming exhibition which promises to take Ghibli lovers to explore the greenery of Totoro Forest, catch a train back home with Kaonashi or sit back, relax, and get some munchies at Osono's bread shop.
They will also get the exclusive chance to visit the gigantic castle Laputa from Castle In The Sky, which will be included in the upcoming exhibition for the first time ever.
CentralWorld Live is on the 8th floor of CentralWorld, Ratchadamri Road. Tickets cost 590 baht (1,290 baht for the VIP package) and can be purchased from Thai Ticket Major outlets. Tickets at the door cost 650 baht.
Visit thaiticketmajor.com/the-world-of-studio-ghiblis.
A scene from Howl's Moving Castle. photos courtesy of Studio Ghibli
A tanuki from Pom Poko. Studio Ghibli
