As for the indoor area, it is like a maze with lots of twists and turns, hidden doors, and winding staircases, which will surely make you feel a bit disoriented. However, make sure that you visit every inch of the museum, to catch every detail—you're sure to find pleasant surprises everywhere you turn. The museum has several exhibition rooms with one of them featuring a recreation of Miyazaki’s studio, which include details such as pots of gouache paint and scrapbooks filled with sketches of different characters and scenes.
You should also visit the Saturn Theatre to view original short films by the studio, only available at the museum and nowhere else. The film for each month is different, so remember to check the screening schedule—you might be lucky enough to enjoy a screening of Mei and the Baby Cat Bus, a mini-sequel to the classic Totoro.
The final stop of your visit is definitely the museum shop because it offers a great variety of souvenirs, such as Baccarat figures, plates and cups, and plush toys. Remember, you must buy your tickets way in advance because Ghibli Museum only sells a limited number of tickets each day and you cannot buy them on the spot.
Ghibli Museum, 1-1-83 Shimorenjaku, Mitaka, Tokyo | (+81) 05 7005 5777