Kodansha has released Tobidasu Anime Chiikawa, a ¥2,200 popup book that brings the world of the popular anime to life through three-dimensional paper scenes. The new title went on sale in Japan on October 19, 2026.
The book joins the publisher’s existing Chiikawa Anime Storybook Season 1, offering families and fans another way to enjoy the characters away from the screen. Its sturdy construction is designed for repeated reading and play by young children and adults alike.
The storybook costs ¥1,760 (tax included) and covers anime episodes from the opening story, Hard Pudding and Pancakes, through episodes 31 to 33, The Hole, with some episodes omitted. Tobidasu Anime Chiikawa costs ¥2,200 (tax included) and features Chiikawa, Hachiware and Usagi in pop-up scenes.
About the Chiikawa Books
The storybook is filled with anime visuals, memorable lines and character expressions, allowing readers to examine moments that pass quickly during a broadcast. The new popup title focuses on movement: each page brings the characters forward in carefully designed paper mechanisms, creating a picture-book experience that can also be displayed when open.
Highlights
- Tobidasu Anime Chiikawa is a popup picture book featuring Chiikawa, Hachiware and Usagi.
- The new book has been available since October 19, 2026, for ¥2,200 (tax included).
- Chiikawa Anime Storybook Season 1 costs ¥1,760 (tax included).
- The storybook includes material from episodes 1 through 33, including Hard Pudding and Pancakes and The Hole, with some episodes not included.
- The sturdy format is intended for children and families to enjoy repeatedly.
Book Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Tobidasu Anime Chiikawa; Chiikawa Anime Storybook Season 1 |
| Menu / items | Popup picture book; illustrated anime storybook covering episodes 1–33 |
| Release date | Tobidasu Anime Chiikawa: October 19, 2026; Chiikawa Anime Storybook Season 1: On sale now |
| Location | Japan |
| Stores | Kodansha books |
| Price | Tobidasu Anime Chiikawa: ¥2,200 (tax included); Chiikawa Anime Storybook Season 1: ¥1,760 (tax included) |
Before you buy
- When can I buy Tobidasu Anime Chiikawa?
- The popup book went on sale on October 19, 2026 and is currently available.
- How much are the Chiikawa books?
- Tobidasu Anime Chiikawa costs ¥2,200 (tax included), while Chiikawa Anime Storybook Season 1 costs ¥1,760 (tax included).
