Welcome back to Beyond Miyazaki’s World. In this episode, Betty and Avery cover Isao Takahata’s 1994 fantasy adventure film, Pom Poko. The pair cover themes relating to the environment, such as urban sprawl and habitat destruction, as well as various elements of Japanese folklore and religion.
When human beings enter the forest of the tanuki, otherwise known as Japanese "raccoon dogs," to initiate a construction project, the lifestyle and survival of local wildlife is threatened. How will the tanuki respond to these developments and can their ancient art of shapeshifting aid them in protecting their home? Find out in this episode!

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