Whisper of the Heart is Studio Ghibli’s sweetest love story — about first love, books, and finding your dream.
Quick Info
- Japanese title: Mimi wo Sumaseba
- Release: 1995
- Director: Yoshifumi Kondō
- Studio: Studio Ghibli
- Runtime: 111 minutes
- Genre: Romance, Drama
Whisper of the Heart — Official Trailer
Story (Spoiler-Free)
Shizuku, a book-loving girl, notices the same name on every library card she checks out: Seiji Amasawa. When she finally meets him, he is a boy determined to become a violin maker in Italy. Inspired by his passion, Shizuku sets out to test her own talent as a writer.
Main Characters
- Shizuku Tsukishima — a dreamy girl who loves stories
- Seiji Amasawa — a boy who wants to make violins
- The Baron — a magical cat statue
Why This Love Story Hits So Hard
- A gentle, realistic first romance
- A beautiful version of “Country Roads”
- Inspires you to follow your own dream
Fun Facts
- The only feature film directed by Yoshifumi Kondō
- The Baron later got his own movie, The Cat Returns
- Script and storyboards by Hayao Miyazaki
Our Verdict
8.7
Cozy, sweet and inspiring. Ghibli romance at its finest.
Where to Watch Whisper of the Heart Legally
Whisper of the Heart is on Netflix in many countries and on Max in the US. Streaming catalogs change by country — use the Where to Watch button above to see every legal option in your region.
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