The popular anime series “Spy x Family” is gearing up for its long-awaited third season later this year, picking up where the Forger family’s covert operations left off. With excitement building among fans, Studios CloverWorks and Wit are hard at work on new episodes, while manga creator Tatsuya Endo continues to release fresh installments of the series. Interestingly, like many Japanese mangaka, Endo is a devoted fan of Studio Ghibli and the works of director Hayao Miyazaki. In an official collaboration, Endo has given us a unique take on the beloved story “Kiki’s Delivery Service.
Although Kiki’s Delivery Service didn’t receive an Academy Award like other renowned Studio Ghibli productions such as The Boy And The Heron and Spirited Away, it continues to be one of the most cherished films from the studio. Kiki is a young witch who chooses to employ her magical abilities for delivering packages instead of weaving dark spells or attempting world domination. The film is an adaptation of a novel by Eiko Kadono that was published three years prior, and it remains one of the most endearing anime films ever made.
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Tatsuya Endo Dives Into The World of Ghibli
As a die-hard fan, I simply can’t contain my excitement about the 40th anniversary celebration of the timeless tale, “Kiki’s Delivery Service”! To mark this momentous occasion, they’re releasing a special edition of the original novel, giving us fans a chance to revisit and relive this cherished story all over again.
In an incredible twist, the mastermind behind “Spy x Family”, Tatsuya Endo, has graciously lent his artistic touch to Kiki, creating a breathtaking rendition of our beloved protagonist in his distinctive style. Alongside the thrilling announcement and unveiling of the captivating cover art, Endo shared his reasons for collaborating on this Studio Ghibli treasure. Truly, these are exciting times for anime enthusiasts like myself!
I felt incredibly privileged to design the cover art for the anniversary edition of ‘Kiki’s Delivery Service’. This is a work I hold dear, and since I’ve been fascinated with witches for quite some time, creating my own manga featuring them, I am overjoyed about this opportunity. The piece exudes warmth and charm, and continues to resonate with readers, so don’t miss out on getting a copy!
『A Certain Magical Index』 marks its 40th year of publication on January 25, 2025 (Saturday). To commemorate this milestone, starting February 3, the first volume of the Fukuinkan Library edition will feature a limited-time special cover.
The illustration for this cover was created by Tatsuya Endou, the creator of the manga ‘SPY×FAMILY’! (@_tatsuyaendo_)
More details can be found here #MagicalIndex40thAnniversary
— 福音館書店 (@Fukuinkan_PR) January 7, 2025
Ghibli’s Future
After the successful premiere of “The Boy And The Heron“, Hayao Miyazaki clarified that he would not be retiring as previously suggested. Instead, Miyazaki explained that working on “How Do You Live?” rekindled his creative spirit. However, Studio Ghibli has yet to announce what their next project will be. Regardless of what they decide to do next, anime enthusiasts are eagerly waiting to see it since Studio Ghibli has built an unparalleled legendary reputation on numerous occasions.
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