Japan's Studio Ghibli has received Spain's highest honour, the 2026 Princess of Asturias Award for Communication and Humanities, in recognition of its global impact in animation and the dissemination of universal values through film.
Founded in 1985 by Hayao Miyazaki, Isao Takahata and Toshio Suzuki, the studio has built a filmography that combines imagination, sensitivity and a profound reflection on the relationship between human beings and nature. According to the jury's report (source in Spanish), their works "have transcended generations and borders, creating a cultural bridge" and transmitting values such as empathy, friendship and respect.
