Studio Ghibli fans, rejoice! The first-ever pop-up store for the beloved animation studio in the United States is headed to Southern California – but only for a limited time.
Donguri Republic, the official Studio Ghibli merch store in Japan, is opening a location at the Del Amo Fashion Center in Torrance, California, on Tuesday, June 23. According to Polygon, the pop-up will include over 400 Studio Ghibli-themed items representing a wide breadth of movies, including My Neighbor Totoro, Spirited Away, and The Boy and the Heron.
The pop-up will also be an immersive treat for Studio Ghibli fans. “Donguri Republic will recreate the warmth and wonder of Studio Ghibli’s storytelling through a beautifully designed retail experience featuring wood-inspired interiors, whimsical displays, and a giant Totoro waiting at a bus stop for the Cat bus,” reads a press release.
Customers who spend $100 or more will also receive a limited-edition Donguri Republic tote bag, and Studio Ghibli Fest attendees can get “exclusive movie film-style bookmarks.”
The pop-up will shut its doors on December 31, 2026, so be sure to visit before then.
📍 Del Amo Fashion Center, 3525 W Carson St, Torrance, CA 90503
📆 Open Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.; Sundays 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
