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See a selection of import DVDs (region 2) and Blu-Ray discs from Japan, including the gorgeous Studio Ghibli official DVD titles and other rare finds.



 

Pythagora Switch DVD Book 1Pythagora Switch DVD Book 1

PCBE52408   Pythagora Switch DVD Book 1
Number in stock: 3   Weight: 400 g.   Price: $45.00
Product type: DVD (*zoned for Region Code 2*)   (What is this?)
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The Rube Goldberg Machine is a complex creation that is powered by a domino effect that sets off a chain reaction of activities to ultimately result in a desired (often very simple) action. One prime example of the Rube Goldberg Machine is a famous scene from the movie Goonies that triggers events to open a gate. In NHK's effort to spark the ingenuity in children, the program Pata Gora Suichi (Pythagora Switch) was created, which featured a fantastic and elaborate Rube Goldberg Machine to which the end result was to display the Pata Gora Suichi title with each episode. Although a simple concept, the devices they create are far from simple, often misleading the view to look down when items are actually "falling upwards" and even can be considered a work of art displaying the beauty of physics. This DVD photobook set features 33 of NHK's best machines that will dazzle kids of all ages, and will keep you superglued to the TV set even if you tried to get away. The photobook this DVD comes encased in shows the various devices that were created, details what items were used and shows you the process of creating these devices in your own home. The machines are so inspiring, that you may even choose to follow in the footsteps of these artisans and create your own unique versions. An absolutely wonderful title with a run time of 19 mins.

pythagoras study

pythagoras study

pythagoras study


Pythagora Switch DVD Book 2Pythagora Switch DVD Book 2

PCBE52422   Pythagora Switch DVD Book 2
Number in stock: 2   Weight: 400 g.   Price: $45.00
Product type: DVD (*zoned for Region Code 2*)   (What is this?)
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The Rube Goldberg Machine is a complex creation that is powered by a domino effect that sets off a chain reaction of activities to ultimately result in a desired (often very simple) action. One prime example of the Rube Goldberg Machine is a famous scene from the movie Goonies that triggers events to open a gate. In NHK's effort to spark the ingenuity in children, the program Pata Gora Suichi (Pythagora Switch) was created, which featured a fantastic and elaborate Rube Goldberg Machine to which the end result was to display the Pata Gora Suichi title with each episode. Although a simple concept, the devices they create are far from simple, often misleading the view to look down when items are actually "falling upwards" and even can be considered a work of art displaying the beauty of physics. This DVD/photobook set features 32 NEW creations by NHK that will dazzle kids of all ages, and will keep you superglued to the TV set even if you tried to get away. The photobook this DVD comes encased in shows the various devices that were created, details what items were used and shows you the process of creating these devices in your own home. The machines are so inspiring, that you may even choose to follow in the footsteps of these artisans and create your own unique versions. An absolutely wonderful title with a run time of 20 mins. Enjoy this 2nd volume!

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Kiki's Delivery Service 2-disc set (region 2)Kiki's Delivery Service 2-disc set (region 2)

VWDZ8008   Kiki's Delivery Service 2-disc set (region 2)
Number in stock: 1   Weight: 200 g.   Price: $58.00
Product type: DVD (*zoned for Region Code 2*)   (What is this?)
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Available for the first time on DVD, this is the fabulously beautiful Kiki's Delivery Service (Japanese title "Majo no Takkyubin"), the excellent animated feature film by Miyazaki Hayao. A superb DVD release for collectors that is well worth the price, this 2-disc set includes the full Japanese version of the film, including both the English dubbed and subtitled versions, as well as the original Japanese trailer, comments from the director, and a complete storyboard version of the film, showing the original artwork that went into the creation of this great movie. A wonderful release by Buena Vista Home Entertainment Japan, this is highly recommended for all collectors of DVD.

This is the main menu for the Main disc. Options are View film, Chapter, Sound options and Subtitle options.

On the extras disc menu, the options are Video extras, Chapter, View trailers from the Ghibli ga Ippai collection and News from the studio.

This is the Video extras menu. Options are View film (with storyboards), Film trailers, a special documentary on the art of Urusura which was used in the film, and a promotion clip for Spirited Away.

A beautiful film produced, written and directed and written by Mr. Miyazaki, this has some of the most warm and soothing moments in the history of Japanese animation. The movie is full subtitled, and also comes with a dubbed track in English.

There's a documentary of the art of Urusura, which had a great effect on the film's artists.

You can view all storyboards from the film as you enjoy the movie, too. A great way to delve deeper into Hayao Miyazaki's mind.



My Neighbor Totoro ~ Tonari no Totoro (region 2)My Neighbor Totoro ~ Tonari no Totoro (region 2)

VWDZ8002   My Neighbor Totoro ~ Tonari no Totoro (region 2)
Number in stock: 2   Weight: 200 g.   Price: $58.00
Product type: DVD (*zoned for Region Code 2*)   (What is this?)
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The long wait for Hayao Miyazaki's anime masterpiece is over, with the excellent 2-disc release of My Neighbor Totoro. A wonderful film about a magical discovery of two girls, Totoro is filled with incredibly and memorable characters -- the magical Totoro, the unforgettable Neko-bus (cat bus), and more.

A fantastic DVD release from Studio Ghibli and Buena Vista Japan, this release includes both the original Japanese version and the English-dubbed, as well English subtitles, so you can enjoy the film any way you wish. It comes with many extras, too, such as the complete storyboard history of the film viewable with the multi angle button on your DVD controller, four different original movie trailers, an alternate opening and closing to the movie, and a documentary on the new Miyazaki Museum that recently opened in Japan.

This is the menu for disc 1.Options are, on the left side, View film, Chapter, and on the right side, Sound options, and Subtitle options.

This is the Tokuten (Extras) Disc menu. Options are, View movie (storyboard version), Film trailers for Totoro, Alternate opening and closings, and the documentary on the new Ghibli Museum in Mitaka, Tokyo.

My Neighbor Totoro is one of the most classic and successful Japanese anime movies of all time, and helped make Hayao Miyazaki and international star as a director. You can now own the classic on DVD, meticulously transferred by the staff of Ghibli.

You can enjoy the film either with English subtitles, or the full English version, whichever you prefer.

On the Extras disc, you can view the film in storyboard mode, a great way to get insight on the movie and the director.



TALES from EARTHSEA ~ Gedo Senki (region 2)TALES from EARTHSEA ~ Gedo Senki (region 2)

VWDZ8104   TALES from EARTHSEA ~ Gedo Senki (region 2)
Number in stock: 4   Weight: 200 g.   Price: $58.00
Product type: DVD (*zoned for Region Code 2*)   (What is this?)
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In the world known as Earthsea, there is a disturbance in the balance of life. Magic is losing its power, crops failing, live stock are dying and two dragons appear to devour each other, a sign that the balance of the world is falling apart. The archemage (greatest of all wizards) named Ged (aka Sparrowhawk) sets out for a journey to discover the reason for this imbalance, leading him to Arran, an exiled prince constantly running from a shadow that fills him with fear. This leads them to a town filled with corruption where addicts walk the streets, and slaves are traded, eventually leading Ged to discover that Cob, an old defeated adversary seeks to open a realm between the living and the dead to exact his revenge.

Gedo Senki (aka Ged's War or Tales from Earthsea) is a film loosely based on the third novel The Farthest Shore of the Earthsea series by Ursula K. Le Guin and is Goro Miyazaki's (the son of the Hayao Miyazaki) directorial debut. The characters are well produced, each one having their own inner conflicts that they must face, and show how they depend on each other's strengths to survive the adventures to come. With the help of the talented Studio Ghibli animation studios, Tales from Earthsea becomes another masterpiece worthy of your collection.

This DVD purchase is for the 2 DVD set which contains the original movie plus a supplementary disc filled with trailers, and films the storyboard sketch drawings played along side the entire audio soundtrack of the movie. Filmed in Widescreen 16:9 format and comes with English subtitles and can be switched between the original Japanese dubbing and English dubbing as well! A must have for any Studio Ghibli fan! Movie runtime 115 mins.


Haru no Mezame (region 2)Haru no Mezame (region 2)

VWDZ8720   Haru no Mezame (region 2)
Number in stock: 1   Weight: 200 g.   Price: $60.00
Product type: DVD (*zoned for Region Code 2*)   (What is this?)
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Haru no Mezami (aka Moya Lyubov or My Love) is an animated paint on glasss film created in Yaroslavl, Russia and based on A Love Story by Ivan Shmelyov. Animated by the talented Aleksandr Petrov, he sets you into a dreamy visions of fully animated oil paintings (Romantic realism), takes you back to 19th century Russia where it follows the story of Anton, a young school boy who is torn between feelings of a pure and gentle girl of a wealthy family, Pasha and the mysterious next door neighbor Serafima. Released in Japan with the help of Studio Ghibli, it is first entry in the "Ghibli Museum Library" which consists of Western animated films in Japan. Oscar Nominated and Winner of best animated film from several festivals, it's a film that the Japan Media Arts Festival claimed it as "indisputably a masterpiece" making this a must have for all fans of animation. A truly unique experience.

This is a two DVD set. The first contains the original movie and extras with an interactive gallery, slide show and a look at how the artist Aleksandr Petrov worked to make these wonderful oilpaintings animated. The second DVD captures the release for the film at Shibuya's Cinema Angelica a look into the Studio Ghibli Museum and tons of behind the scenes work as well. Original Russian audio with optional Japanese subtitles. The original film is 28 mins long with the supplemental DVD containing an additional 30 mins of material for a total run time of 58 mins of material. Filmed in Wide Screen.

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Porco Rosso ~ Kurenai no Buta (region 2)Porco Rosso ~ Kurenai no Buta (region 2)

VWDZ8022   Porco Rosso ~ Kurenai no Buta (region 2)
Number in stock: 2   Weight: 200 g.   Price: $58.00
Product type: DVD (*zoned for Region Code 2*)   (What is this?)
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Another excellent DVD release in the "Ghibli ga ippai" (Ghibli Everywhere) collection, this fabulous 2-DVD set is highly recommended for all fans of Hayao Miyazaki for its depth and great story and characters. A popular animated feature film about pilots in Italy after World War I, it's filled with charming Miyazaki characters and great animation. This DVD set is extra-special because it comes with FULL English subtitles and an English dubbed track, so you can enjoy the rich story in your native language!

Other features include French dub track and subtitles, full 16:9 letterboxed aspect ratio, the entire film as seen through its storyboards, all theatrical trailers, an interview with the producer, as well as hints on upcoming titles from Mr. Miyazaki.

This is the Main disc menu. On the left side are View Film and Chapter, and on the right are Sound settings and Subtitle settings. You can set the subtitle or audio through your DVD controller, too, of course.

The Tokuten (Extras) Disc has other features, including a version of the movie in storyboards. Options on this menu are Video extras and Chapter.

This is the Video extras submenu. Choose Storyboard version of the film, Theatrical trailers for the film, Interview with producer Kaifu Suzuki, and Upcoming news from Studio Ghibli.

The movie is fully subtitled and dubbed in English, so you can view it with the original Japanese and English subtitles, or hear the film in English!

Comes with an interview in Japanese with the producer of the film.

You can also enjoy all the rich storyboards made for the film, as you enjoy the movie.



Castle in the Sky Laputa (region 2)Castle in the Sky Laputa (region 2)

VWDZ8014   Castle in the Sky Laputa (region 2)
Number in stock: 2   Weight: 200 g.   Price: $58.00
Product type: DVD (*zoned for Region Code 2*)   (What is this?)
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The long wait for one of Japanese animation director Hayao Miyazaki's most famous and best-ever works is over, with the release of Laputa Castle in the Sky on DVD. A superb film made in 1986, just as Mr. Miyazaki was beginning his climb to international fame as the leading anime creator in Japan, it tells the fascinating story of Pazu and Sheeta and their search for the fabled floating city of Laputa, the remnant of an ancient civilization.

A fantastic DVD release from Studio Ghibli and Buena Vista Japan, this includes both the original Japanese version and the English-dubbed, as well English subtitles, so you can enjoy the film any way you wish. It comes with many extras, too, such as the complete storyboard history of the film viewable with the multi angle button on your DVD controller, four different original movie trailers, an alternate opening and closing to the movie, and more. NOTE: the English dub is the one made in 1989 for JAL, not the Disney-produced release. Both orignal Japanese and optional English voice as well as optional English subtitles are supported.

This is the menu for disc 1.Options are, on the left side, View film, Chapter, and on the right side, Sound options, and Subtitle options.

On the left side is the Tokuten (Extras) Disc menu. Options are, View movie (storyboard version), Film trailers, Alternate opening and closings, and a collage of the opening intermixed with storyboard artwork that is very cool.

Laputa is one of the most well-written and animated films to come out of Japan in the 1980s, and it left its mark on the face of the anime world in general. A beautifully-imaged fictional world that was ruled in ages past by the people of Laputa, a race possessing incredible technology. Centuries after their passing, the race is on to locate the hidden Floating Castle and use its technology once again.

You can enjoy the film either with English subtitles, or the full English version, whichever you prefer.

On the Extras disc, you can view the film in storyboard mode, a great way to get insight on the movie and the director.

Laputa is one of the most famous anime movies from Japan, and we're very happy that it's available on this excellent 2-DVD set, with a very high quality transfer and full Dolby sound. Get this great DVD today!



Princess Mononoke *Deluxe 3 DVD release (region 2)Princess Mononoke *Deluxe 3 DVD release (region 2)

VWDZ8010   Princess Mononoke *Deluxe 3 DVD release (region 2)
Number in stock: 1   Weight: 400 g.   Price: $58.00
Product type: DVD (*zoned for Region Code 2*)   (What is this?)
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Princess Mononoke (Mononoke Hime) was an incredible success in Japan, making more money than any movie released here before it. A wonderful tale of the conflict between man and nature, it's told in masterful style by master Japanese animator Hayao Miyazaki. This very special Japanese release features *3 DVDs* that are just loaded with extras.

In addition to the full Japanese version, you get 8 different language versions -- English, French, Cantonese, Italian, Spanish, German, and Portuguese. You get other extras, too -- full English and Japanese subtitle options, a long documentary, and a special version of the film that shows the original storyboards as you watch the film (selectable with the multi angle key on your DVD controller).

The Mononoke DVD set also includes a very special item, movie trailers for all countries, so you can compare what American movie-goers saw with what was shown in Japan and France, for example. A fantastic and very special release from Buena Vista Japan and Studio Ghibli, we recommend this DVD to anyone who has a region free player or watches region 2 DVDs on their computers.

This is the Main Disc menu. Options on the left side are, View film, Chapter, and on the right side of the screen, Sound settings, and Subtitle settings.

This is the Tokuten Disc 1 menu. The options are View film (this version shows you the storyboards), and Chapter select.

This is the Tokuten Disc 2 menu. The menu options, on the left side, are View Film (with various dubbed versions), Chapter, Sound settings, Subtitle settings. On the right side are Princess Mononoke film previews, previews from other Ghibli DVDs, and News.

The film if fully subtitled in English. Subtitles can be activated via your DVD remote controller.

Select soundtrack, between English, French, Cantonese, Italian, Spanish, German, and Portuguese.

As a special bonus, you can enjoy the film while viewing its storyboards, with all notes by Mr. Miyazaki.



The Cat Returns ~ Neko No Ongaeshi (region 2)The Cat Returns ~ Neko No Ongaeshi (region 2)

VWDZ8046   The Cat Returns ~ Neko No Ongaeshi (region 2)
Number in stock: 2   Weight: 200 g.   Price: $58.00
Product type: DVD (*zoned for Region Code 2*)   (What is this?)
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Studio Ghibli has come into its own as one of the world's foremost animation houses. This latest DVD release tells the story of a young girl, Haru, who saves a cat prince from being hit by a truck. In return for saving his son's life, the king of cats changes Haru into a cat to marry his son. But everything is not as it would seem, a war rages between the cats, and Haru isn't so sure she's up to marrying the prince.

Directed by Hiroyuki Morita and based loosely on the manga Baron - Neko No Danshaku by Aoi Hiragi, it serves as an unofficial sequel to Whisper of the Heart, including many of the same characters from the cat world. Softer in tone and pace than many of the other Ghibli titles such as Mononoke Hime or Porco Rosso, it is still a Ghibli film in heart and spirit. Captivating, funny, and a treat for audiences who enjoy storylines over violence and action.

Filmed in wide-screen, 16:9 format, The Cat Returns has optional Mandarin, Cantonese, English and Japanese subtitles.

Included with The Cat Returns is a hilarious look at childhood days of the main character who works at an animation studio with a suspiciously similar name. Called Gibri's: Episode 2, it is a powerhouse of interesting and imaginative animation. A 25-minutes short about first crushes, it's a sweet and funny addition to an already great DVD. Shot in widescreen format with optional English or Japanese subtitles.

100 minutes of great Ghibli animation accompanied by a second DVD with promotional TV sports, character boards, the making of, and great additions. An impressive 160 minutes on the second disc, making this a fantastic buy for all fans of Hayao Miyazaki!

the cat returns studio ghibli

the cat returns studio ghibli

the cat returns studio ghibli


Ghibli Short Short Special (region 2)Ghibli Short Short Special (region 2)

VWDZ8078   Ghibli Short Short Special (region 2)
Number in stock: 3   Weight: 200 g.   Price: $58.00
Product type: DVD (*zoned for Region Code 2*)   (What is this?)
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Studio Ghibli completists will definitely be interested in this -- "Short Short", a complete collection of all the odds and ends (commercials, music videos) that Ghibli has created over the years, from 1992 to 2005. Included in this 42 minute collection are shorts directed by Hayao Miyazaki, Yoshifumi Kondou, Yoshiyuki Momose, Osamu Tanabe, Shinji Hashimoto, and Takeshi Inamura, and feature not only new characters, but familiar characters from Totoro, Spirited Away, Grave of the Fireflies, and more. The styles of the shorts vary as well, sometimes simple, sometimes rich, and sometimes experimental, these 42 minutes are fascinating animation from start to finish. Presented in chronological order and presented in full frame or letterbox where appropriate, we'll see commercials for Lawsons (a convenience store chain), their advertisement for the the Ghibli Museum, and the excellent House Curry commercials, which capture the feeling of Japan during the Showa era. Of particular interest to Ghibli fans are the music videos -- the very rare "On Your Mark" (aka "Castles in the Sky") video by Chage & Aska presented here on DVD for the first time (this video also has an English track and full English subtitles) directed by Miyazaki himself. Other music videos are the futuristic trio of stories by Yasutaka Nakada ("Portable Airport" "Space Station No.9" and "Floating City Planning") and the singalong by Meiko Haigou, "The 'Which? Which?" Song". A special bonus is the accompanying booklet that describes all the pieces along with storyboards and other information. Finally all the odds and ends of the Ghibli world are available on one convenient DVD. Region 2, 2.0 & 5.1ch Dolby (where applicable), full frame and letterbox where applicable.

ghibli totoro

ghibli totoro

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Whisper of the Heart ~ Mimi wo Sumaseba (region 2)Whisper of the Heart ~ Mimi wo Sumaseba (region 2)

VWDZ8004   Whisper of the Heart ~ Mimi wo Sumaseba (region 2)
Number in stock: 3   Weight: 200 g.   Price: $58.00
Product type: DVD (*zoned for Region Code 2*)   (What is this?)
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A great new DVD release in the Ghibli ga Ippai (Ghibli Everywhere) collection, this is Whisper of the Heart (Japanese title "Mimi o sumaseba" also translated as "If you listen closely"). Directed by Yoshifumi Kondo and produced by Hayao Miyazaki, this tells the story of the Shizuku, an average 14 year old Japanese girl with a more than active imagination, and of the journey she makes from girlhood into something more, of first girlish love and a rite of passage. A pleasant story that's presented both subtitled in English on these two DVDs -- the only way you can enjoy this film in English! Other extras include all storyboards for the film, watchable in order with the film soundtrack, all film trailers, a feature on the artwork in Japanese, and more. A great Japanese animated film from Studio Ghibli!

This is the Main menu for the first disc. Options are View film, Chapter, Sound options and Subtitle options.

On the second disc, explore many options in the film. Options on this menu are Video extras, Chapter, Trailers from the other Ghibli releases, and News from Studio Ghibli.

This is the Video extras menu for the second disc. Options are View film (with storyboards), news of upcoming films by Mr. Miyazaki, the documentary on the dreamy artwork of background painter Naohisa Inoue, and more news on new works by Studio Ghibli.

Some of the most beautiful art and animation went into this feature film about young love and coming of age, with some of the best technical animation ever shown to us by the studio. The DVD is subtitled in English.

There are many extras on the disc, like a digitally-enhanced exploration of the beautiful backgrounds for the film, created by Naohisa Inoue, set to beautiful music.

As with the other Ghibli ga Ippai DVD releases, you can view all the storyboards from the film, complete with full movie soundtrack.



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