Fans of Chiikawa (ちいかわ) have a new must-have on their shelves: Anime Chiikawa Himitsu Zukan (“Anime Chiikawa Secret Encyclopedia”), the franchise’s very first official character encyclopedia, went on sale today.
About Chiikawa
Chiikawa is a manga series by illustrator Nagano, which originated on X (formerly Twitter) before becoming a nationwide phenomenon in Japan. The series follows the everyday lives of the ever-earnest Chiikawa alongside friends Hachiware and Usagi, and a cast of colourful characters, in a world that blends cuteness with bittersweet, occasionally tough moments.
The manga is published by Kodansha under the title Chiikawa: Nanka Chiisaku te Kawaii Yatsu, with eight volumes currently available. A TV anime has been airing within the Mezamashi TV morning programme on Fuji TV since April 2022, and a theatrical film, Eiga Chiikawa: Ningyo no Shima no Himitsu, is set to open on 24 July.
What’s Inside
The encyclopedia offers a thorough look at the world of the Chiikawa anime, covering:
- Character profiles for Chiikawa, Hachiware, Usagi, and many more
- A look at the delicious foods that appear throughout the series
- Details on the “labour” (労働) system — the jobs and work that are central to the characters’ lives
The book answers questions such as “What is Chiikawa’s personality really like?”, “Is Hachiware actually a good cook?”, and “What kinds of jobs do the characters do?” — making it the perfect companion for both new and longtime fans of the anime.
Designed for Young Readers
The book is produced as a board book with thick, durable pages that are easy for small children to handle. Its compact A5-variant size fits neatly into a bag for on-the-go reading. Furigana (reading guides) are provided for all katakana, allowing children who are new to Chiikawa to read through the book independently.
Bibliographic Information
- Title: アニメちいかわ ひみつずかん (Anime Chiikawa Himitsu Zukan)
- Price: ¥1,320 (¥1,200 before tax)
- Release Date: 15 July 2026
- Size: A5 variant
- Pages: 30
- ISBN: 9784049168648
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