A massive, magical castle slowly creeps across a war-torn kingdom.
Two young sisters chase each other through a forest, giggling as they discover friendly wood spirits.
A boy and a goldfish-turned-human stop to marvel at the prehistoric aquatic life swimming under their boat. They race to restore the balance of nature.
These are just some of the scenes depicted in films directed by Hayao Miyazaki. However, the awe and wonder of these movies are truly shaped through the magical melodies of composer Joe Hisaishi.
Source: A Symphonic Celebration of Japanese Cinema | WOSU News