John Lasseter talks about Japanese inspirations

John Lasseter at Big Hero 6 premiere in Tokyo

Walt Disney chief creative officer (CCO) John Lasseter talked about the influences of Japan, its art and Hayao Miyazaki’s animation in particular on his work, Pixar and even in winning his wife’s hand at a talk on “Cool Japan” held by the Tokyo International Film Festival on Friday.

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