Uncovering Spirited Away: A Documentary Across Japan

[@kpchobby9915]

One of my favorite things in the world is finding a brand new youtube channel and seeing a video of absolute quality

[@MrCryma]

I agree😊

[@stuborn-complaining-german]

Absolutely! The time and thorough research for this must have been very big, also getting all that footage and the assembly! Fantastic Job!

[@kailottero]

yea fr

[@gabrielhbyrne]

you took the comment straight from my heart!

[@chimpo131]

this ain't it fam 😂😂

[@rosarioblade]

This IS the the best Ghibli related documentary I've ever seen...the number of subs and views means nothing...the content does

[@jerkchickenblog]

it's shit. watch the blu-ray for better information

[@UltorisVid]

watch the documentary from arte.... also soooooooo goood

[@constantinosglam]

The production quality of this video is simply OUTSTANDING! I looked on the left to see what BIG channel this was... and 2.47k subscribers?! Dude, you will be famous one day! Such brilliant quality is impossible to stay hidden! Thank you for these wonderful 24 minutes!

[@LEVI-8]

It’s his first video, think that’s why he has so little subs

[@k.h.7732]

Why this video does not have milion views yet? It is such good quality with meticulous research. I love it! Have to share it with all my friends who like ghibli films :)

[@WheeledHamster]

It will my friend, the KZbin algorithm brought us here.

[@mgwjfpdgm]

なかは ザクザクささわさわさかな、ささわさ、、そ、し、さ、さ😅😅

[@nadinetalavera]

I screamed a little when he said he was nervous because The Miyazaki looked out of the window when he was filming! Like what an OMG moment! What an amazing process and work this video is!

[@doublebubblebarb7606]

Time stamp 😮?

[@xOpheliaSx]

4:02

[@trancaoanhminh2298]

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[@christophemarois5423]

THIS is why I'm on KZbin. Staggering research, presentation, journalism and cinematography. Deep reflection and philosophy, optimistic outtlook. I'm hooked.

[@Lost_reality_1]

I love how cell shocked the guy filming is by his studio and the fact he himself looked out the window. ❤ I was 13 when spirited away came out my dad called me into the living room to watch it with him. I asked him what it was about but he had no idea but knew I would love it. It reminds me of thwt moment with my father so much. I very blessed he is still in my life today.❤ Thank you ghibli for creating this beautiful memory for me and my father. With such beauty and grace it will forever have a place in my heart and my fathers ❤

[@そらみ-f7n]

日本人ですが、日本の知らない場所や行ったことがない場所がたくさん出てきて驚きました。　英語がよくわからないので、きちんとは理解できてない部分もありますが、千と千尋の神隠しに合わせて綿密に作られた映像と話に感銘を受けました。　見ているうちに現実世界と映画の世界がわからなくなる場面もありました！　本当に素晴らしい動画です。　素敵な世界を教えてくれてありがとうございます。　せっかく日本にいるのだから、これからは私もいろいろな場所に行こうと思います😊

[@33lelele]

Woken up by my 91-year old mother at 4 in the morning and couldn't sleep again, this video found me. It is quiet and calm, showing me around in places in Japan and guide me through the story of Spirited Away.

[@akinasukizakura]

すごいな。よくここまで掘り下げてくれました。

[@jerkchickenblog]

it's garbage

[@antonykubota9]

私は日本人です 貴方の事を素直に尊敬します 素晴らしい👍

[@MidnightKotatsu]

ありがとうございます！

[@antonykubota9]

@@MidnightKotatsu 私はトトロの森がある埼玉県西部に住んでいます。 次回はトトロの考察もしてみてください。

[@fireaza]

おおっ！コバトンだ！

[@cfwphotography]

This was absolutely a treasure! I am so excited to see what else you’ve done and will do! My favorite Ghibli movie of all time and the first one I actually got to see when it released in American theaters! Thank you! ❤

[@Bun800]

Beautiful short doc. The KZbin algorithm blessed me with a real gem this evening

[@さんりん-t6k]

日本人も知らないことばかりなのに凄いです

[@booghost8187]

The editing and cinematography are absolutely off the charts. Better yet, I absolutely appreciate the historical deep dives into Japanese culture, folklore, and history. The quality present is absolutely top tier. I would expect this on major broadcasting channels. Is there a works cited page that lists the resources for yokai, history, Miyazaki quotes, etc? Happily subbed and excited to see more!

[@MidnightKotatsu]

Appreciate your feedback! Will work on adding some sources for you!

[@aoumisings]

An excellent documentary, well researched and well structured. I love it! Just for your information, I am Japanese and 70 years old.

[@wakaai2979]

I’ve never watched such a coherent, incredible and respectful video about Spirited Away and Japan before. Thank you so much!!

[@jayhuskey2280]

This is one of the best videos I've seen on this platform. The end where you talk about the meaning of the train ride, moving forward and adapting change really hit me hard. Going through some rough times at the moment and I'm really resting the changes. I love this film and your explanation really put things into perspective.

[@RobAndrews18]

what a video! feels like a documentary with a big budget funded by a huge TV network. 👏👏👏

[@ImMigra1047]

it's amazing! I live in an area near Studio Ghibli in Tokyo. I am very grateful to you for being so well acquainted with Professor Miyazaki's spirit and for traveling around Japan to conduct research based on that knowledge.

[@kaiboshvanhortonsnort359]

Excellent work, hope this blows up because it is a gripping watch even for casual Ghibli fans.

[@TeccaBravo]

I could watch a six hour version of this video without blinking! Great content, wonderfully produced, congratulations.

[@r1pwave]

This is honestly one of the best Ghibli videos I've ever seen, a fantastic piece of work. So well researched and absolutely fascinating. I'm dying to repeat your road trip. 👏👏👏🔥

[@FoxyfloofJumps]

I did not have top-quality documentary from a tiny new channel on my bingo card for tonight, but here it is. HOLY MOLY, this is a tasty meatball! In all seriousness and at least half in jest, I love this. I unironically love this. It brings me to tears about how deep you dive. I love this takeaway from the movie, and I hope Miyazaki has a chance to see this documentary. It's so good.

[@tzhanyu]

Insanely high quality video and was very surprised to see that it's your first video. Can't wait to see more content from you

[@MidnightKotatsu]

Thank you! More where that came from.

[@toki5765]

素晴らしい動画だった。あなたが伝えてくれる映像やメッセージは、もはや千と千尋がなくても十分に魅力的です。 作品の解説というより、あなたと宮崎駿のメッセージだと受けとりました。 素敵な時間をありがとう😊

[@Tadeas_Plachy]

Very strong first video! Well researched, well paced with great value! Looking forward to see more!

[@nokonoko-noko]

Great journey for the route of Spirited away! I'm Japanese living in Japan but I've never been those places.Thanks for all your hard work. I'm spirited away

[@diyforlife2809]

Thanks for this beautiful deep dive into Japanese Culture and the world of Ghibli...We're looking forward to more of your content.

[@Yournamegoeshere1]

I’m absolutely amazed! The quality, the knowledge, the eye openings, the music, the research! Thank you for creating a masterpiece!

[@siegfried306]

This has to be one of the best videos I've ever watched on KZbin. And I've watched a lot.

[@aubreyadams7884]

As anime fan since before Akira, yeah I am seriously old, and of course Miyazaki/Studio Ghibli, I found this a great analysis of Spirited Away. All that research for a concise, watchable, and well-crafted video was amazing. Looking forward to future works.

[@TheRealMarxz]

Likewise, though for me it was Bebop, GitS, and Revolutionary Girl Utena. Instant subscribe and like and looking forward to more captivating videos

[@allenholmes2353]

Thank you for this amazing work. The film Spirited Away has great significant meanings to me since I was a young girl. The end of this video really touched me and reminded me of why I love this film so much. ❤

[@socks7545]

This is simply incredible and with a profound teaching.

[@vengence747]

Instant subscription, great to see a fellow cinematographer doing such amazing stuff

[@Megumire]

My entire body is having goosebumps because of the ending 🙀 thank you for your effort it was amazing🤩🤩

[@智輝吉盛]

24:36 24:36 日本人です。大変な御労作、敬服致します。千と千尋の神隠しの風景、景観は日本人ならいつかどこかで見た景観と感じます。 ハクの姿についても服装は1000年昔の貴族や武士の少年の着用した水干(すいかん)と呼ばれるものでヘアースタイルも同時代の貴族や武士の少年のものであまそぎと呼ばれるものです。 ハクや千尋の顔付きも日本人の少年少女によくある顔立ちですし(私の身内の子がハクそっくりです)物語の随所に神道や民間伝承からのインスピレーションを感じ我々日本人には千と千尋の神隠しは違和感なく素直に受け入れる事ができます。 海外の方にこの作品が愛されここまで分析される事に驚きと感動を禁じ得ません。 きっと日本国も気に入って下さっておられると思います。ありがとうございます。

[@ninhalo6196]

An inspiring documentary. Thank you. I have watched many video essays on Spirited Away but none as insightful and beautifully crafted as this. Miyazaki would be proud. I look forward to more documentaries exploring Ghibli films or Japanese culture and folklore. You have a rare talent for this.

[@TharynTaylor]

Well done. A masterpiece. The next time I watch spirited away, I will see it completely anew. Thanks and bravo for such a well done documentary.

[@littlekingking]

This video was what we all needed. Thank you so much! I cannot wait to visit in November.

[@HhbwubAvybsb]

thank you brother for this documentary thank you thank you thank you thank you thank you

[@martinmpaz]

Ghibli is one of the most beautiful human things I've known. Spirited Away helped me in a time I felt lost. Seeing this was both amazing and uplifting. Thank you truly. It's the first time I feel I finally understand this movie.

[@chaymeeable]

The production is SUPERB! As a ghibli fan, I am seeing Spirited Away with new eyes and even a deeper understanding of what the film portrays. Thank you!

[@TephaRuiz-mt4vs]

Is amazing, Hayao Miyazaki shows us a little of the culture in Japan, the landscapes and the thoughts about like the humanity generate negative changes in this, i hope someday have the opportunity to see Japan

[@carloko08]

amazing documentary, dudes, you are doing an extraordinary work, the quality of your production is similar or better than any other big tv corp, thank you a lot, i suscribe now 😉

[@tmh44]

Wonderful work here. Beautifully shot and paced, really enjoyed it. Subscribed!

[@SpicyLobster]

I was browsing youtube and came across this video and you know after 10 mins i has to subscribe. The quality is so good, I even said to my fiancee this is bettee than any of the BBC/ ITV production. I really think your effort and editing is being praised by all the viewers and rightly so. I look forward to seeing this channel grow, it deserves it. Me and my fiancee went Japan back in Nov 23 and we miss it terribly. You really went in so much depth with this. Love it.❤

[@MidnightKotatsu]

Thank you very much! I really appreciate your kind feedback :)

[@ZL-my7jc]

Honestly this video felt so comforting to watch and I really enjoyed it and I was looking forward to watching another one but I saw it was your only video and I hope to see more soon because you truly have such a peaceful vibe and cozy and very good at narrating and story telling ! Glad I came across your account. Can’t wait to travel and see these spots myself ❤ I sent this video to all of my friends and family who love studio ghibli movies

[@surfer_99]

This is just one of the best videos about the Ghiblis I've ever seen. Just amazing. Thank you

[@letipavlova9002]

This video provides incredible context into the movie by taking the viewer on a virtual journey through Japan and its rich history of tradition and folklore. The exceptional storytelling, research, and footage combined make this movie a masterpiece. Thank you for creating this documentary!

[@star1Lu]

This was so good and thorough ❤ more please, I am rewatching Spirited Away tonight, thank you for reminding me that my soul needs it

[@Kargaka]

Very well researched , very well documented, fabulously filmed and edited documentary. Bravo. Usually I despise documentaries where geeks overpraise a subject that they can barely understand, let alone the deep subtle meaning of various details.Then they attach their own shallow world view onto the subject that has nothing to do with it. I think this documentary is a rare exception that is well thought and executed.

[@passionchamp]

This video made me like and appreciate Spirited Away even more! I thought this channel would have millions of subs based on the quality and respectful insightfulness, but it’s a new channel… which makes it like finding one of the many Japanese gems found in this video. ❤

[@hyunjaerulitos]

this video brought me to tears 😭😭 thank you so much for making it, it brought me that feeling of hope that ghibli movies give me. and now next time i travel to japan i will have new plans

[@artfromtheheart4391]

And so with the great universe and its ever present synchronicities, I was meant to see this in this exact moment of time. Thank you for making such an amazing documentary about the locations and significances of this film. Hayao Miyazaki san is a very humble and passionate guy

[@mymoonjin0412]

This is so wonderfully covered, one of the best. Looking forward to more of it.

[@timdlr]

This is an absolutely excellent piece that does justice to one of the most transcendent works of animation. The in-depth research, the care in the footage and edit-the love of the team shows in every cut. Thank you for this!

[@beatpirate8]

also this last trip to japan to Hiroshima museum. i understand he makes films for the children who survived. he always has a main character child. often a little girl who must learn to navigate life without parents. I recall he regretted as a child that his family did not help a mom and daughter they came across on the road. his stories are always full of lightness wonder and joy of discovery made with love for the children of japan. 🌸💚🌸💚🌸

[@gloriaadames5168]

Thank you… that was absolutely wonderful! 👏🏾

[@ebi_cha-han]

感激です。貴方を日本の観光大使に推薦差し上げたいくらいです。次の作品を拝見するのが楽しみです。応援しています。

[@MidnightKotatsu]

がんばります！

[@JasonMasters_san]

Wow, I’m amazed on the amount of details and inspiration I can see you show. Well done! This is beautiful

[@たま-m7y4p]

素晴らしいです。取材力と深い理解力、そしてアニメーションと素晴らしい映像との対比。私を深い思考力の世界にいざなってくれました。

[@NikaBoyce]

Thank you for this loving take on Spirited Away and Miyazaki. Ending on the equanimity of Chihiro wraps things up nicely. I see that as the zen influence on the story, something I hadnt really appreciated well enough until your video. Thank you. Am going to watch Spirited Away yet again!

[@krystlegoingplaces]

The quality and brilliant editing of this video is something I aspire to reach one day. Absolutely excellent! Immediately subscribed~

[@Porgutousja17]

Wonderful and good quality Documentary! Happy to be your 1k subscriber! 🌞 YT did a great job recommending your video.

[@ElPlantPapi]

Man this is top notch! Came here from reddit lol but what a great piece of documentary! Thank you!

[@LibertaliaExplorer]

This is the kind of documentary I imagine I would have made about Spirited Away. Excellent work, thank you!

[@MathiaClan]

Wow, that was great! You guys did an amazing job! Everything was done so well and was so moving. So well thought out, shot, and edited, and those cinematic shots are gorgeous. The history and research that went in is so well done. Can't wait to see if you have anything else in store.

[@dkroondijk]

Amazing work on this! Watching this brought back the same feelings I had when I first watched Spirited Away. Thank you!

[@kcburmeister]

This was SO well done, thank you!!

[@DrRYeap2]

Your commentary is a particularly of great inspiration to many of our younger female youths and children, who may find the world to be very daunting. Thank-you for this documentary.

[@willian2848]

This video was a pleasure to watch. Thank you

[@zenzehra1070]

The throughout research you made, the video quality, your calming voice, the SHOTS, EVERYTHING is so awesome I can‘t put it into words. Thank you so much for this detailed insight of one of the greatest masterpieces🙏🏻💕

[@barney_builder]

How am I just now finding your video?! You did such an amazing job documenting all of this. Excited for more content from you!

[@りか-d4h]

敬意と情熱と愛を感じる動画でした。 あなたの価値観を共有してくれてありがとう。 それらは私の心に大きな癒しをもたらしました。

[@新芽-m3k]

凄いですね。。なんか癒される場所ばかりですね。

[@oninotsume]

Been I've been on KZbin for 20 years, that was the best quality video I have seen.

[@Takou-u7m]

I must say that this documentary is absolutely incredible, I was absorbed by this. Just wow

[@uni95]

The epilogue made me tear up, the music was perfect, really good video essay

[@qba4455]

Outstanding, quality stuff. because of you, I'm off to Japan ... again 😂. Thank you

[@luis-azanza]

Thank you si much for making this! I’m sure a lot of people like me value so much what you have done 😍

[@DurgaPrasad-ks9em]

Superb! Want to see more on Miyazaki works.

[@lamaboy8142]

WoooW. This documentary is a masterpiece just like Spirited Away. Thank You!

[@yfrontsguy]

Already just about my favourite film from my favourite director, you have added much depth and richness to my experience of this masterpiece. Thank-you !

[@reetuparnadey2615]

Your documentary was like watching magic unfold. Every real time location and building that shaped and inspired miyazaki made me feel as though I could be a part of chihiro's fantastical world if i wanted to....at least once in my life. The cusp of reality meeting fantasy meeting folklore has been so gorgeously captured by you. My man, grow like that tree nurtured by Totoro. Keep uploading such gems for poor, parched souls like us.

[@danderose1636]

Thank you so much for sharing this absolutely stunning video. Words cant express how amazed I was with your story and how dedicated you are in making this. You got a new subscriber.

[@khoily]

Bravo! Thank you for the documentary. Please keep up the great work. I really appreciate channels that contribute great contents to the world and not trash.

[@h.o.j2375]

This is incredibly done, I was expecting such a high quality documentary style.

[@esthermagid7528]

Wonderful presentation. Learned so much.

[@shuguro]

This is quality work and very well thought through. Spirited away is my favourite Miyazaki movie and though I read a lot about it I'm forever curious about all the details. It still seems to hold so many mysterys. It's beautiful. The train scene especially as Chihiro seems to pass through the underworld/the world of the dead. Btw. I visited Ghibli Studio One a long time ago and it was a very touching experience. Fun fact: recently I read a news article about Dogo Onsen and seeing a picture of it, I thought it reminded me of Spirited Away. Didn't know Miyazaki actually drew inspiration from that place. Great work!

[@christinepadua593]

Thank you for this beautiful and insightful commentary on such a great and inspiring film.

[@robyo3932]

What a wonderful video. Truly enjoyed this and talking about one of my most treasured films growing up, is really uplifting. Thank you! 🎉🎉🫡

[@KAZT-bh4tw]

Thoroughly fascinating. Deep. Revealing. I do not know anyone who has deciphered all the clues planted in the movie loke you. You deserve more than a simple like.

[@comfort_devil]

This is such a beautiful concept. It’s amazing to see you connect a Film and it’s origin through such an incredible project. It makes me really happy to see how much love you poured into this and I hope you do more like this in the future

[@wrusty3767]

Brilliant job of researching, compiling and presenting this video. The production is so good, that it might be mistaken for a BBC documentary. Well done!

[@erick-gd7wo]

The document looks and feels poetic, describing the unknown world in such a beautiful visions and your narration is sooo soothing. Thank you for this one of the kind documentary

[@Specter1065]

What a fine mini documentary. Well done.

[@MaddieLVlogs]

Wow! Amazing! I really like your conclusion of the film (the train scene)...very well said.

[@Dezomm]

This video is just sublime. Spirited away is my favorite movie and you did a fantastic job digging into its themes and inspirations. For a while, I felt like I was transported away to the village with the festival.

[@y.a5098]

What a production!!! And what a research 🫡🫵