The Bathhouse of the Gods: “Spirited Away” and Japan’s Religious Traditions

Chihiro, the 10-year-old central character in Spirited Away. (© 2001 Studio Ghibli/NDDTM)

The witch Yubaba controls people through their names. (© 2001 Studio Ghibli/NDDTM)

Chihiro explores a new world. (© 2001 Studio Ghibli/NDDTM)

A group of gods on the move. (© 2001 Studio Ghibli/NDDTM)

In a memorable sequence, Chihiro takes a train journey. (© 2001 Studio Ghibli/NDDTM)

Chihiro with Haku in the bathhouse garden. (© 2001 Studio Ghibli/NDDTM)

Chihiro sits next to the mysterious character No-Face. (© 2001 Studio Ghibli/NDDTM)