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Kaguya-hime no Monogatari

Synopsis: "Kaguya-hime no Monogatari" is a Japanese animated film that retells the ancient Japanese legend of "The Tale of Princess Kaguya". The story follows a mysterious girl named Kaguya, who is discovered inside a bamboo and raised by a couple of peasants. As she grows up, her divine origin is revealed, and her incomparable beauty catches the attention of several suitors. The film narrates Kaguya's journey to find her true identity and the struggle against society's expectations and limitations. With a blend of fantastic elements and stunning visual poetry, "Kaguya-hime no Monogatari" is an emotional tale about love, freedom, and acceptance.

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- Information
- Trailer/OP
- Curiosities
- Manga and Products
- Characters
- Summary
- FAQ
- Games, OVAs, Movies
- Meaning
- Related
- FAQ

Information

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Anime Names

  • Anime Name: Kaguya-hime no Monogatari
  • Anime Name in Japanese: かぐや姫の物語
  • Anime Name in English: The Tale of the Princess Kaguya
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Production information

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  • Studios: Studio Ghibli

Anime Information

  • Type: Movie
  • Episodes: 1
  • Date: 23-nov.-13
  • Genres: Premiado, Fantasia, Histórico
  • Subjects: Fantasy
  • Target: Seinen

Anime Reviews

  • note: 8.21
  • Popularity: 1041

Video Trailer/Opening

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  • Name: Kaguya-hime no Monogatari Trailer/OP
  • Cover: https://cdn.myanimelist.net/images/anime/1935/93606.jpg
  • Date: 2024-04-08T23:02:49-03:00

    • Curiosities

    Below is the main curiosities of the anime "Kaguya-hime no Monogatari": 

    • Kaguya-hime no Monogatari is a Japanese animated film from 2013 directed by Isao Takahata.
    • The movie is an adaptation of the Japanese folk tale "The Tale of the Bamboo Cutter".
    • It is the last film directed by Isao Takahata before his death in 2018.
    • Animation is known for its unique and detailed visual aesthetics.
    • Kaguya-hime no Monogatari was nominated for Best Animated Feature at the 2015 Oscars.
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    Manga and Products from Kaguya-hime no Monogatari

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    Main Characters

    Below is the main characters of: "Kaguya-hime no Monogatari"With your voice actors and a brief description of the character: 

    • Kaguya-hime: The celestial princess who is found inside a bamboo by a peasant couple. She is adored for her beauty and grace, but she is also mysterious and distant.
    • Kaguya-hime's adoptive father: A kind peasant who finds the princess inside a bamboo and adopts her as his own daughter. He is determined to keep her safe and happy, despite the challenges they face.
    • The Emperor: A young and powerful emperor who falls madly in love with Kaguya-hime and tries to win her over with gifts and declarations of love. He represents wealth and power, but also loneliness and sadness.
    • Sutemaru: A brave and loyal peasant who is childhood friends with Princess Kaguya. He accompanies her on her adventures and deeply cares about her well-being.
    • The five royalties: Five princes who fall in love with Kaguya-hime and compete for her hand in marriage. They represent different qualities and personalities, but all are captivated by the beauty and charm of the celestial princess.

    Summary and events

    • A bamboo cutter named Okina finds a little princess inside a bamboo plant.
    • Okina and his wife adopt the princess, who grows rapidly and becomes known as Kaguya-hime.
    • Kaguya-hime attracts the attention of several suitors and rejects their proposals.
    • It is revealed that Kaguya-hime is indeed from a celestial family and is forced to return to her true home.
    • Despite the love of her adoptive parents and suitors, Kaguya-hime is forced to leave Earth.
    • Kaguya-hime's parents are devastated by her departure, and the story ends with Kaguya-hime looking back at Earth, her true home.

    What happens in the end?

    Abaixo temos um resumo do que acontece no final do anime Kaguya-hime no MonogatariWe have placed a Spoiler alert, just click below to display the content of the end of the work.

    In "The Tale of the Princess Kaguya", Kaguya is revealed as a celestial princess tasked with returning to the Moon world, leaving behind her beloved earthly prince, Sutemaru. After an emotional farewell, Kaguya returns to the Moon, where she loses all memories of her life on Earth, including her love for Sutemaru. The story ends with Sutemaru desperately searching for Kaguya, never able to find her again. The work leaves open the possibility of the lovers reuniting in other lives, maintaining a beautiful message about the power of love beyond time and distances.

    Games, Movies, OVAs and Specials

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    • The Tale of the Princess Kaguya (Movie)

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    Meaning of Kaguya-hime no Monogatari

    Let's look at the translation of each word and explanation of the anime's name: 

    かぐや姫の物語
    • かぐや (Kaguya) - significa "princesa resplandecente"
    • 姫 (hime) - significa "princesa"
    • 物語 (monogatari) - significa "história" ou "conto"
    The full name "かぐや姫の物語" (Kaguya hime no Monogatari) translates to "The Tale of Princess Kaguya". In this case, the anime is based on the traditional Japanese tale of "The Tale of the Bamboo Cutter", which tells the story of a mystical princess named Kaguya, who is found inside a bamboo and ends up being adopted by a couple of farmers. The story revolves around the life and origins of Princess Kaguya, presenting an emotional and poetic narrative about love, family, and destiny.

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    FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

    Kaguya-hime no Monogatari has a total of 1 episodes. This number may not represent all seasons.
    You can watch the anime Kaguya-hime no Monogatari on Crunchyroll, Netflix, or any other streaming site where the work is available. Availability will depend on your current location.
    The decision to produce new seasons of the anime Kaguya-hime no Monogatari usually depends on various factors, such as DVD/Blu-ray sales, merchandise, popularity of the original material. This information can be found throughout the page. The anime's popularity reached on "MyAnimeList" the following number of members: 1041