Hayao Miyazaki has been announced the winner of University of California, Berkeley Center for Japanese Studies 2009 Berkeley Japan Prize. The prize recognizes individuals from all disciplines and professions who have, over a lifetime, influenced the world's understanding of Japan. "For nearly 50 years, Miyazaki has been enchanting the world with fantastic and emotionally soaring films, making him one of the world's most respected animators and directors. Among dozens of films he has written, directed and animated, his best-known include 'My Neighbor Totoro,' 'Kiki's Delivery Service,' 'Princess Mononoke,' 'Spirited Away,' and 'Ponyo.'"
Miyazaki will accept the award on July 25 at 6:00 pm in Zellerbach Hall on the UC Barkeley campus. Featured on Nichi Bei Times Newspaper. Link
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