Satsuki Kasukabe

Satsuki Kusakabe (草壁 サツキ Kusakabe Satsuki), also known as Satsuko, is one of the protagonists in My Neighbor Totoro.
She's voiced by Lisa Michelson in the Streamline dub and Dakota Fanning (Who also voiced Coraline Jones and played Fern Arable in the 2006 Charlotte's Web.) in the Disney dub.
== Bio ==
A new girl in the neighborhood. When young Satsuki Kuskabe father moves to a new house with her and younger sister Mei, the two young girls can't help but see it as a huge adventure. From house cleanings that turn up soot sprites, to bus stop encounters with forest spirits, life in the countryside is full of constant surprise and wonder for Satsuki and Mei. While her mother's health causes Satsuki some distress, this worry is mostly dispelled by idyllic days playing with her sister in the forests and fields of rural Japan.
== Personality ==
Satsuki Kusakabe, the protagonist of My Neighbor Totoro, is a bundle of energy and joy. Her cheerful demeanor is infectious, and her imagination knows no bounds. With her free-spirited nature, she is always ready for a new adventure. Despite being only eleven years old, Satsuki is responsible beyond her years, taking on the role of protecting and comforting her younger sister, Mei. Although she may sometimes see herself as too grown-up for her sister's antics, Satsuki is easily drawn into Mei's wild schemes, showing that she is just as imaginative as her younger sibling. Satsuki is a kind and friendly girl, but she can also be irritable at times, as evidenced by her impatience with Mei's childish behavior and her snarky comment towards her neighbor Kanta. Despite her occasional irritability, Satsuki's caring and compassionate nature shine through in her interactions with others, making her a beloved character in the world of Studio Ghibli.
== Trivia ==
* Satsuki's name originates from the archaic Japanese word for the month of May. Her sister's name, "Mei," is a phonetic reading of the English "May."
== External links ==
* https://www.charactour.com/hub/characters/view/Satsuki-Kusakabe.My-Neighbor-Totoro
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