Entotsu - Machi No Poupelle

The original source material, notable for its unique production—Nishino used crowdfunding to hire a team of 33 illustrators to create its detailed, atmospheric art.

(translated as Poupelle of Chimney Town ) is a multi-media fantasy franchise originally created by Japanese comedian and author Akihiro Nishino . It tells the heartwarming story of Lubicchi, a young chimney sweep, and Poupelle, a man made of garbage, as they try to see the stars through the thick smoke of their isolated city. Entotsu Machi no Poupelle

The story has also been performed as a stage play (2020) and a musical (2021). The original source material, notable for its unique

A direct sequel titled Entotsu-machi no Poupelle: Yakusoku no Tokeidai (Poupelle of Chimney Town: The Promised Clocktower) was released in Japan on March 27, 2026 . The story has also been performed as a

The work is highly regarded for its themes of belief, friendship, and challenging the status quo, and is often praised by reviewers at Rotten Tomatoes for its rich animation and emotional depth.