The original folktale 'The Tale of the Bamboo Cutter' or 'The Tale of the Princess Kaguya' originated in Japan, considered one of the oldest surviving monogatari (narrative prose) from the 10th century.
Studio Ghibli officially announced the production of the film The Tale of the Princess Kaguya, directed by Isao Takahata.
The movie was released in Japan, gaining critical acclaim for its unique art style and storytelling.
The Tale of the Princess Kaguya was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature.