The latest Ghost in the Shell anime, released in the summer of 2026, was an absolute pleasure in more ways than one. The sheer faithfulness to the original manga, the gorgeous animation, the attention to detail, the overall polish, are all clear signs of a real work of love. It is unsurprising, then, that the anime also abounds in exquisite backgrounds, contributing immensely to the unique feel of Ghost in the Shell's depiction of futuristic Japan.