Takara Tomy Ghibli Diecast Models: The Complete Collector's Guide

The collaboration between Takara Tomy and Studio Ghibli has produced one of the most satisfying official Ghibli merchandise ranges available: a series of high-quality diecast metal models covering the vehicles and characters of the Ghibli universe. Each model is made in Japan or under Japanese quality standards, features real metal construction and rolling wheels, and makes a premium desk display or collectible.

The Complete Range

Our Ghibli miniature collection currently carries seven Takara Tomy diecast models:

• Porco Rosso S.21F Seaplane (8 x 10 x 4 cm, 100 g): The legendary red seaplane from Porco Rosso, the heaviest aircraft model in the range.
• Laputa Tiger Moth Airship (9 x 9 x 4 cm, 120 g): Dola's iconic airship from Castle in the Sky, the heaviest and most detailed model in the entire range.
• Howl's Moving Castle (6 x 4 x 7 cm, 90 g): The mechanical castle in compact metal form, rolling on its legs.
• Spirited Away Spirit Train (9 x 3 x 4 cm, 80 g): The haunting spirit train crossing the flooded sea, one of the most iconic sequences in Spirited Away.
• Catbus (Nekobus) (8 x 5 x 4 cm, 80 g): Ghibli's most whimsical vehicle in metal, with rolling wheels on all twelve legs.
• Ponyo's Boat (7 x 4 x 5 cm, 60 g): Sosuke's little red fishing boat from Ponyo, the lightest and most charming model.
• Mei's Father's Car (7 x 4 x 6 cm, 90 g): The distinctive rounded family car from My Neighbor Totoro.
• Calcifer (6 x 4 x 7 cm, 90 g): The fire demon from Howl's Moving Castle in diecast metal, a unique non-vehicle format.
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Display and Collection

The seven models together make a spectacular cross-film Ghibli display. The aviation trio (S.21F, Tiger Moth and spirit train) groups naturally together on a shelf. The My Neighbor Totoro vehicles (Catbus, Mei's car) pair perfectly with Totoro plushies from our Totoro plush collection.

Who Are These For?

Takara Tomy models are rated for ages 3 and up, but their real audience is adult collectors. The weight, detail and finish make them premium desk objects rather than toys. They pair beautifully with the Miniatuart paper model kits for a mixed-media Ghibli vehicle display.

Also read our guide to Miniatuart and Paper Theater kits, our Porco Rosso and Laputa aviation guide and our collector's gift guide.