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Decorate your reading corner in the style of Studio Ghibli

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Kristian Wilson Colyard grew up in an Appalachian town with only one stoplight. Today she lives in an old textile town with her husband and their gang of cats. You can find her on Twitter at @kristianwriting, and more of her work can be found online at kristianwriting.com.

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Who hasn’t wanted to live in one of their favorite movies? If you love Howl's Moving Castle, My Neighbor Totoroor one of Hayao Miyazaki's other anime classics, you're in luck. With the items shown here, you can decorate your reading corner in the style of Studio Ghibli.

Founded in 1984 following the success of Hayao Miyazaki's film adaptation Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind, Studio Ghibli has become known in Japan and beyond for its charming, often environmentally conscious films. In addition to the creator's environmental themes and rural scenes, Miyazaki's work features a variety of popular and highly recognizable characters. These include the Soot Goblins, Totoro, the cat Jiji, the fire demon Calcifer – all of whom appear below – and many more. In short, Studio Ghibli is a whole atmosphere.

For this article, I've selected 10 things you can buy now to decorate your reading nook in Studio Ghibli style. Whether you want to make big, obvious changes to your reading nook or just add a little Ghibli-esque fun to your space, the items on the list below can help. I'm sorry I don't have any memorabilia for everyone single Ghibli filmbut hopefully I have captured one of your favorites here.

Decorate your reading corner in the style of Studio Ghibli
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Studio Ghibli Reading Corner Accessories

Soot Goblin Wall StickerSoot Goblin Wall Sticker
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This adorable set of Soot Goblin wall stickers lets you hang out with one of Studio Ghibli's most iconic creations while you read Howl's Moving Castle for what feels like the hundredth time. $11+

Calcifer Candle Mood LightCalcifer Candle Mood Light
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Speaking of Howl's Moving CastleAdd mood lighting to your reading nook with this Calcifer candle lamp. $55

Totoro candle in glassTotoro candle in glass
Image via PressPlayCandleCo on Etsy

Or how about a real candle? This Totoro candle in a glass is guaranteed to set the mood. $22

Muslin Tapestry BlanketMuslin Tapestry Blanket
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They may not be Ghibli characters, but the mushroomlings on this queen-sized mushroom-themed wall quilt will fit in perfectly with the rest of your cottagecore decor. $149

engraved bookendsengraved bookends
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Available in 15 designs based on your favorite Studio Ghibli films, these engraved bookends are a must-have for any fan looking to spice up their reading nook. $38+

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