In the 1950s, Kusakabe Tatsuo moves with his two daughters, Satsuki and Mei, to a rural area of Japan. Their relocation brings them closer to the hospital where their mother is being treated for a serious illness. As Satsuki and Mei start to adapt to country life, Mei stumbles upon a tiny, rabbit-like entity in their garden. Following it into the forest, she discovers Totoro, a large, enigmatic forest guardian. Mei quickly forms a friendship with Totoro. Soon after, Satsuki also encounters this magical creature, leading both sisters into a world brimming with enchanting escapades and mysterious woodland beings.
[Adapted from MAL]