In the very first scene of the 1997 Studio Ghibli anime, we see a rampaging boar that’s been cursed and consumed with hatred, covered in writhing tentacles that reach out and spread the corruption to male lead Ashitaka as he fights to defend his village.Īs part of its ongoing celebration of the 25th anniversary of Princess Mononoke’s Japanese theatrical release, Studio Ghibli specialty store Donguri no Kyowakoku has released a new collection of accessories inspired by the art of what was originally meant to be director Hayao Miyazaki’s final feature film. Princess Mononoke doesn’t waste any time establishing its amazing visual presence. Or you can opt for a kimono sash strap with an assassin hiding inside a murdered boar’ skin.
