Film Synopsis
The Kusakabe family has just moved into their new house in the countryside. Its two daughters, Satsuki (voiced by Noriko Hidaka) and her younger sister
Mei (voiced by Chika Sakamoto), fall instantly in love with the place and waste no time in making it their home.
Life in a rural community
is quiet and peaceful. The whimsical charm of the nearby forest sits as a watchful guardian; looking over the land’s laid back atmosphere.
While out playing one day,
Mei comes across a small rabbit-like creature running around the yard. Curiosity
getting the best of the small child, she gleefully follows the animal into the
bush.
The path soon leads to an opening in the trunk of a gigantic camphor tree. Exploring a little further, Mei heads inside and runs into the large, sleepy spirit of the forest. With a giant, groggy yawn and an innocent stare, Mei believes to heard the kind and friendly creature call itself Totoro (voiced by Hitoshi Takagi).
The path soon leads to an opening in the trunk of a gigantic camphor tree. Exploring a little further, Mei heads inside and runs into the large, sleepy spirit of the forest. With a giant, groggy yawn and an innocent stare, Mei believes to heard the kind and friendly creature call itself Totoro (voiced by Hitoshi Takagi).
From then on, the Kusakabe
sisters look to the gentle Totoro for comfort and a bit of fun. This ensures every day will always be a playful and exciting one.
