Studio Ghibli awarded Spain's "Nobel Prize" for communication, humanities

PARIS - The Japanese animation production company Studio Ghibli was awarded the Princess of Asturias Award, considered the Spanish equivalent of the Nobel Prize, for communication and humanities in 2026, according to the foundation.

"Its productions are characterized by great creativity, handcrafted animation and the exploration of themes such as love of nature, tolerance and respect for human beings, especially the elderly," the Princess of Asturias Foundation said on Wednesday.