The Showa period, which lasted from 1926 to 1989, was marked by Japan's militarism and involvement in World War II.
Hayao Miyazaki, one of the most famous and influential anime directors of all time, has created many classic anime films such as Spirited Away, Princess Mononoke, and Howl's Moving Castle.
Anime refers to animated works that are created in Japan and often feature colorful and stylized animation, complex storylines, and richly developed characters.
