Immersive Ghibli Classics! Recommended BGM for Work and Study

Have you ever had the experience where, the moment you hear a Ghibli theme song, iconic scenes immediately flash through your mind? Those warm melodies that stay close to the heart are truly indispensable to Ghibli films! In this article, we’ve gathered Ghibli tracks that color everyday life—perfect as background music for work and study.

Each and every one is a masterpiece that naturally sinks deep into your heart.

Savor the world of Ghibli down to the last detail! Now, let’s dive in!

Playlist

Immersive Ghibli Classics! Recommended BGM for Work and Study
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Mother’s BroomHisaishi Joe		A song that expresses both anticipation and anxiety about becoming independent
2	Sheeta’s ResolveHisaishi Joe		Laputa’s score: portraying a girl’s resolve through a piano melody
3	Distant DaysHisaishi Joe		A gentle melody from Nausicaä
4	In search of a distant eraHisaishi Joe		Expressing a quiet sense of melancholy in a piece from Porco Rosso's soundtrack
5	Nausicaä RequiemInoue Azumi		The mystical soundtrack piece from Nausicaä.
6	Good morning, Ghibli Piano Medley		You can start a refreshing morning with Ghibli music
7	Ashitaka DiaryHisaishi Joe		Ashitaka 𦻙 Record of Princess Mononoke
8	Ghibli Piano Medley		Relax with insect sounds and Ghibli music
9	Ghibli rain to listen to when you’re tired		A gentle performance with soothing tones that heal the heart through Ghibli music
10	Dragon BoyHisaishi Joe		Music from the mysterious scenes of Haku and Chihiro
11	Path of the WindHisaishi Joe		Orchestral performance of Totoro’s famous song
12	Ask me why (A Mother’s Thoughts)Hisaishi Joe		Theme song of The Boy and the Heron
13	In this city in AsiaJōjō Taihūn		Refresh with nostalgic melodies
14	Anna (Piano Arrangement)Muramatsu Takatsugu		Playing Anna from When Marnie Was There on the piano
15	I stopped being alone.Yano Akiko		Yamada-kun’s theme expresses everyday life on the piano
16	Haru’s MemoriesYuji Nomi		The gentle music from The Cat Returns is popular overseas as well.
17	My Neighbors the Yamadas Theme – Orchestral VersionYano Akiko		The orchestral version of Akiko Yano’s works brings out their charm in live performance.
18	Aerial strollHisaishi Joe		The charm of the famous piece “A Walk in the Air” from Howl’s Moving Castle
19	Name of Life from Spirited AwayHisaishi Joe		Introduction to the theme song of Spirited Away
20	Princess MononokeMera Yoshikazu		A classic film theme song filled with forest prayers
21	Love is a flower, you are its seed.Miyako Harumi		A warm, heartfelt ballad sung by Harumi Miyako
22	Ashitaka SeikIHisaishi Joe		Joe Hisaishi’s Princess Mononoke score
23	Que Sera, Sera (Whatever will be, will be)Yamada-ke no Hitobito & Fujiwara-sensei to Kurasumeeto		Yamada-kun’s warm classic of film music
24	The revolving seasonsInoue Azumi		A lively insert song where Kiki flies through the sky
25	globeYonezu Kenshi		The theme song of a film that portrays growth and farewells in life
26	Take Me Home, Country RoadsJohn Denver		The famous theme song from Whisper of the Heart
27	Ponyo on the CliffŌhashi Nozomi		Create a calm work environment with life-affirming music
28	Become the windtsuji ayano		Ayano Tsuji’s signature healing-style song
29	contrailMatsutōya Yumi		Hikōkigumo, a representative work by Yumi Matsutoya
30	Sometimes, a tale from long ago — from Porco RossoKatō Tokiko		Kato Tokiko’s original song, Porco Rosso ending theme
31	Days of No ReturnHisaishi Joe		An insert song from Porco Rosso with an adult atmosphere
32	Promise of the WorldBaishō Chieko		Introduction to the music of Howl's Moving Castle
33	Country RoadHon’na Yoko		A coming-of-age romance story of Whisper of the Heart
34	Arrietty’s SongCecile Corbel		The soothing theme song of Arrietty
35	To That SummerHisaishi Joe		An insert song about a mysterious disappearance that evokes nostalgia and a sense of loss
36	Always With MeKimura Yumi		Famous songs from Spirited Away
37	Teru’s SongTeshima Aoi		Healed by the insert song from Tales from Earthsea
38	strollAkiyama Kazu		Famous songs and an introduction to the work of Totoro
39	The Pigeon and the BoyHisaishi Joe		Trumpet performance of a Laputa insert song
40	Carrying YouInoue Azumi		The moving allure of Laputa’s theme song
41	When the cherries ripenKatō Tokiko		The insert song from Porco Rosso, with Kato’s rich, soaring vocals
42	Nausicaä of the Valley of the WindYasuda Narumi		Introduction to the Theme Song of Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind
43	Fine On The OutsidePurishira Aan		A theme song with a clear, soothing singing voice
44	If I could become the seaSakamoto Yoko		A wistful melody of a nostalgic summer evening
45	If I’m wrapped in kindnessMatsutoya Yumi		Theme song of Kiki's Delivery Service by Yumi Matsutoya
46	My Humble Cottage		Moved by the insert song in Grave of the Fireflies
47	Tatara SongHisaishi Joe		Introduction to the insert songs of Princess Mononoke
48	Mother of the SeaHayashi Masako		The Embrace of the Sea and a Mother