Neighbor 0: The Fool

The Fool

Upright Meaning: innocence, new beginnings, spontaneity, free spirit

Reversed Meaning: recklessness, risk-taking

Description: Totoro sleeps in his “bed,” which is nested underneath the roots of a large tree he guards. Surrounded by lush plant life and his helpers, Totoro rests without a care in the world. He is also considered to be a spirit of the forest and possesses the ability to help trees grow. As such, he brings about new life to the forest and countryside around him. Totoro also loves to experience new things and is quick partake in new activities. No matter where he goes, laughs are sure to follow.

Studio Ghibli Reference: My Neighbor Totoro