The World of Studio Ghibli Exhibition Singapore Review - Here’s What to Expect!

Beatrice Tan

Last updated 6 Sep 2024

The World of Studio Ghibli Exhibition Review: Things to Do, How to buy tickets, and more!

Studio Ghibli fans, rise up! The World of Studio Ghibli exhibition at Singapore's ArtScience Museum is finally open! You can now finally enter the marvellous world of beloved films like My Neighbour Totoro, Howl’s Moving Castle, Spirited Away, and more. Here’s what we know so far!

What is The World of Studio Ghibli?

Organised in collaboration with Studio Ghibli, this exhibition invites visitors to be spirited away to the fantastical realms created by the Japanese animation powerhouse.

It also marks the Studio’s first showcase in Singapore, which explores the groundbreaking animation, storytelling, and beloved characters that have captivated audiences worldwide for nearly four decades.

ArtScience Museum brings The World of Studio Ghibli to life across 11 galleries which takes visitors on an unforgettable journey through 11 well-loved films such as My Neighbour Totoro (1988), Kiki’s Delivery Service (1989), Princess Mononoke (1997), Spirited Away (2001) and Howl’s Moving Castle (2004).

Where and When is The World of Studio Ghibli Opening?

The World of Studio Ghibli exhibition is now open! It is held at ArtScience Museum and the exhibition will run until 2 February 2025.

How to get tickets to The World of Studio Ghibli?

Skip the long queues onsite and grab your tickets to The World of Studio Ghibli now on Klook! All you gotta do is scan your QR code to enter the exhibition.

Get your tickets to The World of Studio Ghibli Exhibition here!

What to do at The World of Studio Ghibli?

1. Explore the various film showcases

Explore 16 large-scale theatrical sets that will transport you into iconic scenes of the movies – from waiting in the rain with Totoro and entering Howl’s Moving Castle to hopping on a train with No Face.

Besides crowd-favourites like Howl's Moving Castle, My Neighbour Totoro, and Spirited Away, other films in the exhibition also include beloved classics such as Kiki's Delivery Service, Princess Mononoke, and more!

2. Enjoy photo ops and special interactive exhibits

In addition to the sets, the exhibition features 16 whimsical art installations that offers a more intimate exploration and glimpse into Studio Ghibli’s creative processes.

You'll get to read in detail more about the different films featured, and there are even trivia snippets too - so you might just learn a fun fact or two about your favourite Ghibli film.

In addition: Don't miss the variety of captivating box art pieces and trick-eye installations that allows visitors to take a closer look at the intricate details of a Studio Ghibli film – from the laboratory of Kokiri the witch from Kiki’s Delivery Service, to a close up of the letter Satsuki wrote to her mother about meeting Totoro.

Activity Corners

Besides the box art pieces, you can also get crafty and hands-on at the different activity corners of the exhibition - we folded some adorable Totoro origami, and got to draw and colour our own Soot Sprites!

3. Shop for Exclusive Merchandise

What’s a long-awaited exhibition without merchandise? Snag official Studio Ghibli merchandise and souvenirs that have been designed exclusively for this exhibition!

Get your tickets to The World of Studio Ghibli Exhibition here!

Complementary programmes for The World of Studio Ghibli

The exhibition is also be accompanied by a series of programmes providing deeper insights into Studio Ghibli’s storytelling and animation techniques.

ArtScience Cinema is offering free screenings of two documentaries on Level 4 of the Museum: Kazuo Oga – Ghibli's Image Artisan – The Artist Who Made Totoro’s Forest (2007) and The Kingdom of Dreams and Madness (2013), directed by Mami Sunada which provides a rare glimpse into the inner workings of one of the most celebrated animation houses of all time.

The last show for:

Kazuo Oga – Ghibli's Image Artisan – The Artist Who Made Totoro’s Forest (2007) is 31 December 2024
The Kingdom of Dreams and Madness (2013) is 27 December 2024

There's also a film festival organised by Cathay & MM2, featuring several Studio Ghibli films screened in theatres islandwide.

Check out the full film festival schedule!