Song(s) from The Tale of the Princess Kaguya. Theme song and insert song(s).

When it comes to Studio Ghibli directors, Hayao Miyazaki is famous, but equally acclaimed is Isao Takahata.

One of his works, released in 2013, is the film The Tale of The Princess Kaguya.

As the title suggests, it was based on the old folktale The Tale of the Bamboo Cutter.

Emotions overflow from its distinctive visual style.

You’ll be overwhelmed by Isao Takahata’s incredible directorial prowess.

This time, I’d like to introduce the theme song and insert songs from The Tale of The Princess Kaguya.

Watch, listen, and enjoy! It’s an absolutely wonderful work, so if you’re not familiar with it or haven’t seen it yet, please give it a try.

Playlist

Song(s) from The Tale of the Princess Kaguya. Theme song and insert song(s).
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Song of the Celestial MaidenIsao Takahata		It appears repeatedly in the film The Tale of the Princess Kaguya…
2	Memory of LifeKazumi Nikaido		The theme song of Isao Takahata’s film The Tale of the Princess Kaguya...
3	FlightJoe Hisaishi		A standout track packed with personality and playfulness...
4	Music of the CelestialsJoe Hisaishi		A beautiful yet mechanical and eerie piece used during the celestial being’s entrance scene.
5	nursery rhymeIsao Takahata		A song composed by the director and co-written with the screenwriter. A nostalgic piece that evokes natural landscapes.
6	slender bambooJoe Hisaishi		“Nayotake” refers to supple, flexible bamboo. Bamboo…
7	BeginningJoe Hisaishi		As everyone knows, the tale of Princess Kaguya is a bamboo...
8	bamboo shootJoe Hisaishi		Princess Kaguya, who was born from a bamboo stalk, is a child of bamboo, and…
9	parting (farewell)Joe Hisaishi		In the story, a dear friend I spent time with in childhood…
10	Spring WaltzJoe Hisaishi		A piano piece that makes you want to dance, where springtime cheer blends with a waltz.
11	banquetJoe Hisaishi		When you hear the word “banquet,” it brings to mind a lively, fun atmosphere with everyone together…
12	Little PrincessJoe Hisaishi		It is themed around Princess Kaguya, who was born from a bamboo stalk…
13	clothingJoe Hisaishi		For those who just want to listen to something truly strange...
14	HomecomingJoe Hisaishi		Homecoming refers to returning to one’s hometown…
15	mountain villageJoe Hisaishi		Kaguya-hime was raised in a mountain village and slipped out of the capital to head…
16	SadnessJoe Hisaishi		Looking for a song that lets me fully sink into my sadness…
17	practice; learning (especially in the early stages), penmanshipJoe Hisaishi		Tenarai refers to practice or training. That's all...
18	DepartureJoe Hisaishi		Departures come with a range of emotions—joy, wistfulness, and more...
19	Cycle of springJoe Hisaishi		Perfect for spring. A simple, wistful ballad with piano and strings.
20	MoonJoe Hisaishi		Kaguya-hime, who was born from bamboo, said she came from the moon…
21	The Mysteries of the MoonJoe Hisaishi		Perfectly suited to the title “Mysteries of the Moon”…
22	The sound of the kotoJoe Hisaishi		The koto, a traditional Japanese instrument. Immerse yourself in the full splendor of its sound...
23	Joy of livingJoe Hisaishi		In the story, Princess Kaguya strives and grows together with the plants, flowers, and animals…
24	Life (inochi)Joe Hisaishi		Life that cannot be seen with the eyes. Such a life...
25	Garden of LifeJoe Hisaishi		In the story, to keep her sanity, Princess Kaguya her...
26	sincerityJoe Hisaishi		What comes to mind when you hear the word 'sincerity'?
27	Autumn harvestJoe Hisaishi		Speaking of autumn, it’s the season of harvest! Let’s fully enjoy such an abundant autumn...
28	despairJoe Hisaishi		Kaguya-hime is insulted during the play and falls into despair...
29	The beautiful sound of the kotoJoe Hisaishi		A top favorite with incredibly beautiful koto melodies! Here we go…
30	sproutJoe Hisaishi		Here is a song that lets you feel the atmosphere of a Japanese folktale…
31	Night of the Cicadas (Higurashi)Joe Hisaishi		An enchanting summer night piece that expresses the cries of evening cicadas through the koto.
32	fate (sadame)Joe Hisaishi		In The Tale of the Bamboo Cutter, it depicts the sin she committed and the punishment she received...
33	Feelings for my hometownJoe Hisaishi		Everyone remembers their hometown with a sense of nostal…
34	Rhapsody of a Noble PersonJoe Hisaishi		The protagonist, Princess Kaguya, receives a noble education according to the old man's policy…