ORIGINAL ISSUE 2013
LICENSED AND APPROVED BY STUDIO GHIBLI

FROM THE WIND RISES

Released on 20 July 2013 in Japan, The Wind Rises was the highest-grossing Japanese film of 2013.
Critic David Ehrlich rated the film 9.7/10 and called it "perhaps the greatest animated film ever made".
The Wind Rises received 13 nominations and 17 awards for "Best Animated Feature", including one Academy Award nomination.
Hayao Miyazaki won the award for Writing in an Animated Feature Production at the 41st ANNIE AWARDS.

VERY TOUGH ITEM TO FIND FOR YOUR COLLECTION!!!

JIRO'S EMPTY TIN CONTAINER
OF
MEMORIES AND KEEPSAKES

By Benelic

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JIRO'S EMPTY TIN CONTAINER
OF MEMORIES AND KEEPSAKES

Which holds (metaphorically) various items that are symbolic of Jiro's relationship 
with his girlfriend, Naoko and his dream of creating aircraft.
The container is a collection of memories and keepsakes (metaphorically), 
including Naoko's sketches and paintings, 
which represent their shared love and passion.
The empty tin container also symbolizes Jiro's journey 
and the importance of cherishing life, even in the face of adversity.


Here's a more detailed look at what the empty tin container signifies (metaphorically): 

MEMORIES AND KEEPSAKES

The container is a repository of Jiro's personal memories and experiences,
particularly his relationship with Naoko.
NAOKO’S ART
It holds Naoko's drawings and sketches, which are a tangible representation of their shared passion and dreams.
SYMBOL OF LOSS
The container also serves as a reminder of Naoko's illness and eventual death, highlighting the bittersweet nature of their connection.
JIRO’S IDENTITY
The items within the container are integral to Jiro's identity and the story of his journey as an aircraft designer.
THE VALUE OF LIFE
The tin container ultimately symbolizes the importance of cherishing life, even amidst sadness and loss, and the need to embrace the present moment.

 

Embrace your deep affection for THE WIND RISES with this difficult to obtain tin container,
a cherished piece of Studio Ghibli's cinematic artistry.

Crafted with a combination of alloy, brass, and iron,
and painted beautifully in a dark metallic paint,
this tin container is a testament to the film's timeless appeal
and is a must-have for collectors and fans alike.

Its overall blue metallic hue and Japanese language details makes it a unique accessory,
not to mention "Le vent se lève! il faut tenter de vivre!" (The wind is rising! We must try to live!),
from the poem by Frenchman Paul Valery, that captures the essence of THE WIND RISES.

This rare tin container was a limited edition movie campaign item 
purchased at the movie venue at the premier on July 20, 2013. 

Measuring a height of about 9.0cm, a width of 7.0cm and a depth of 2.50 cm
it's the perfect size to make a statement in your collection.
 
Add a touch of Japanese animation magic to your collection
with this highly sought-after Benelic brand tin container.

Unused Condition 
without the original plastic wrapping