Okko's Inn

After her mother's sudden death, young Okko moves to her grandmother's traditional Japanese inn. While adjusting to her new life and the inn's unique guests, Okko discovers a hidden world where friendly ghosts reside. She befriends a mischievous ghost named Dando and a gentle ghost named Piriko, who help her navigate her grief and learn to run the inn.

Okko's Inn was generally well-received by critics and audiences, praised for its heartwarming story, beautiful animation, and sensitive handling of themes like grief and family. It was particularly lauded for its appeal to both children and adults.

• Praised for its beautiful and fluid animation style.
• Commended for its emotional depth and exploration of childhood grief.
• Appreciated for its heartwarming story and gentle pacing.

Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly loved Okko's Inn, frequently highlighting its touching narrative about coping with loss and its charming characters. Many viewers found the film to be a beautiful and emotional experience that resonated deeply.

Nominated for Best Animated Feature at the 47th Annie Awards. Won Best Animation at the 42nd Japan Academy Film Prize.

The film is based on the children's novel series 'Waka Okami wa Shōnansei' by Hiroko Reijin and illustrated by Asami.