Entotsu Machi | No Poupelle

(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.

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. Entotsu Machi no Poupelle

The "piece" typically refers to one of the following major versions: (translated as Poupelle of Chimney Town ) is

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. The "piece" typically refers to one of the

The story has also been performed as a stage play (2020) and a musical (2021).