Anime director Hayao Miyazaki visited the Ghibli Museum in west Tokyo, much to the delight of the staff. He sat in front of the cafe and sketched the sign, adorning it with little characters.
Miyazaki visits the Ghibli Museum in Tokyo and draws some cute characters

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