Okko`s Inn

"Okko's Inn" is a Japanese children's novel series written by Hiroko Reijō and illustrated by Asami. The series was published by Kodansha's Aoi Tori Bunko imprint from 2003 to 2013, totaling 20 volumes. It tells the story of Oriko Seki (Okko), a sixth-grade girl who, after losing her parents in a car accident, moves in with her grandmother who runs a traditional Japanese inn. There, she becomes a junior innkeeper and befriends a ghost named Makoto 'Uribo' Tachiuri. The series has also been adapted into a manga and a 2018 anime film titled "Okko's Inn". The anime film, directed by Kitarô Kôsaka, won the Excellence Award in the animation category at the 22nd Japan Media Arts Festival and was nominated for an Annie Award for Best Animated Feature - Independent. The movie explores Okko's journey of learning to cope with loss, navigating her new life, and interacting with various guests and spirits. It is known for its heartwarming, humorous, and touching story, suitable for all ages. Additionally, there is an eponymous anime television series produced by Madhouse, which has a separate and independent story from the movie.