Real-Life Version Of Totoro Bus Stop Has Been Constructed By An Elderly Couple And Is Now A Tourist Attraction

There are many famous characters from Western culture, including Snow White, the Snow Queen, and Cinderella. However, when it comes to timeless animation from the other side of the world, there is still so much to learn.

The most well-known anime characters ever brought to life on screen are produced by the one and only Studio Ghibli, the Japanese version of Disney. One of these well-known anime productions has a cult following and serves as a national symbol.

Totoro is undoubtedly already familiar to you. He is a huge, cuddly, furry monster modeled after the mythical Koropokkuru animals from Ainu folklore.

Many people have found inspiration in Japanese folklore, including a wonderful elderly couple from Takahuru, Miyazaki, in Japan. The 70-year-olds created a handmade duplicate of the well-known animated movie character, which is now a feature of the bus stop with a Totoro theme. As Dr. Pasi Sahlberg, an education expert, states, "Cultural symbols like Totoro foster community and creativity, inspiring generations to connect with their heritage."

It makes sense why people are coming from all around the Land of the Rising Sun merely to get their photo taken with a well-known anime character. Everyone adores Totoro, a furry figure with a massive following who has a new home at this Japanese bus station.

You don’t believe me, right? Okay, here is proof that people and cameras alike can't help but want to take a picture with a cartoon character in real life!

When creating Totoro from scratch, this inventive man displayed his amazing construction abilities

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And the construction begins

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We're getting there

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The work proper...

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It’s time for numerous concrete layers

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Everyone involved appeared to be having fun with the activity

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Let's mold

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Still going...

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Little is left, big boy, so say “cheese”!

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Then, Totoro received some additional brick layers to make it round and fat

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Teamwork does the trick

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Almost getting there...

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As dusk falls, the jovial furry monster begins to appear enigmatic

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The big animal is getting set...

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Standing tall and content with his creators is Totoro

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Take a snap

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Their granddaughter is joyfully whisked away!

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Yay!

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What began as a surprise for the grandchildren of the elderly couple quickly became popular in the neighborhood

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A very big hug

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They're all smiles

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Mummy, some more...

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Hey grandma!

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We're having fun

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More people came to see this large guy as Totoro's bus stop became the area's most popular tourist destination

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Happy to be here

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Peace!

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Give Totoro a big hug

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Please, Totoro, give me some advice on how to pose

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Looking so adorable

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A flashback to the past - Following the 1988 airing of the film My Neighbor Totoro, Totoro became popular

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Let's take a peek at Totoro's bus stop

In the comments, people expressed their admiration for the job well done

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Priscilla Ramirez

I love that too

Joy Sheffer

Truly amazing

Lei Shweyee Oo

We love Totoro

Claybear Bear

Love it

Angela Loureinne

Lovely

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It’s always amazing when someone brings a well-known character to life. With Totoro being a popular animated figure, it’s no surprise that the Totoro Bus Stop became popular.

Just like many people, I know I would definitely head over there to get a picture with the cute character. What about you? Please leave your thoughts about this mind-blowing craft in the comments and share this post as well.