The Yamadas are a typical middle class Japanese family in urban Tokyo and this film shows us a variety of episodes of their lives. With tales that range from the humorous to the heartbreaking, we see this family cope with life's little conflicts, problems, and joys in their own way.
▶ Watch TrailerHayato Isohata
Noboru Yamada (voice)
Masako Araki
Shige Yamano (voice)
Naomi Uno
Nonoko Yamada (voice)
Toru Masuoka
Takashi Yamada (voice)
Yukiji Asaoka
Matsuko Yamada (voice)
Akiko Yano
Teacher Fujihara (voice)
Kosanji Yanagiya
Haiku Reader (voice)
Tamao Nakamura
Shige's Friend (voice)
Chōchō Miyako
Grandma Kikuchi (voice)
Suguru Egawa
Baseball Commentator on Television (voice)
Director
Isao Takahata
Screenplay
Isao Takahata
Tagline
"The safety of family is the wish of the world."
Status
Released
Original Language
JA
Budget
$15,270,000
Revenue
$11,910,000
Production
Studio Ghibli, Nippon Television Network Corporation, Tokuma Shoten, Hakuhodo
Alunauwie
September 29, 2025
My Neighbors The Yamadas offers a heartfelt portrayal of everyday family life through a series of relatable and lighthearted vignettes. Its unique, minimalist art style and warm color palette enhance the emotional tone, setting it apart from other Studio Ghibli works. Full of life lessons and gentle humor, this film is perfect for family viewing and reminds us of the beauty in ordinary moments. ...
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