Kiki’s Delivery Service (魔女の宅急便) is a beloved Studio Ghibli film directed by Hayao Miyazaki (宮崎駿) and released in 1989. Based on Eiko Kadono’s (角野栄子) novel, it follows Kiki (キキ), a young witch who moves to a seaside town and starts a flying delivery service with her black cat, Jiji (ジジ). The film is praised for its heartwarming coming-of-age story and stunning hand-drawn animation.
A box office success in Japan, Kiki’s Delivery Service helped establish Studio Ghibli internationally. It inspired various merchandise, theme park attractions, and a live-action adaptation. Its uplifting themes of independence and self-discovery continue to resonate with audiences worldwide.
