Over 3 Million Copies Sold Worldwide! Three 'Star Wars' Picture Books Reappear with New Designs. Sympathy Pours in for "Papa Vader" Struggling with Parenting. Includes Limited Edition Original Wallpaper Bonus for Purchasers.

Jitsumu Kyoiku Shuppan Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo; President: Hitoshi Asai) will release the new editions of "STAR WARS Darth Vader and Son," "STAR WARS Vader's Little Princess," and "STAR WARS Goodnight, Darth Vader" on Monday, April 27, 2026.

This popular picture book series, based on 'STAR WARS' and illustrated by the popular illustrator Jeffrey Brown, has been renewed with a fresh look. With the unique premise, "What if Darth Vader were a 'normal dad'?", the series humorously and warmly depicts the daily life of the galaxy's villain being run ragged by his children.

The series has garnered sympathetic reactions not only from Star Wars fans but also from parents who are struggling with childcare, saying "I get it!". It is also a perfect gift. Purchasers can further enjoy the world of the work with a limited edition original wallpaper bonus.

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■ Dark Lord's Parenting Diary Part ①
"Hey, where do babies come from?" Even the Dark Lord is flustered!? The ruler of the Galactic Empire is just a dad in front of his son, Luke. Full of hilarious episodes of Papa Vader and mischievous Luke!

■ Dark Lord's Parenting Diary Part ②
"I hate you, Daddy!!" "Yes, use your hatred." Sympathetic voices pour in for Papa Vader, struggling with raising a teenage daughter!?

■ Dark Lord's Parenting Diary Part ③
Bedtime comes to the galaxy... "You will sleep well!" Even Lord Vader gives his stamp of approval!?
Will Papa Vader be able to put Luke and Leia to bed?

■ Purchaser Exclusive! Original Wallpaper Download Bonus for Smartphones and PCs
"New Edition STAR WARS Darth Vader and Son" purchase bonus design
"New Edition STAR WARS Darth Vader and Son" purchase bonus image

"New Edition STAR WARS Vader's Little Princess" purchase bonus design
"New Edition STAR WARS Vader's Little Princess" purchase bonus image

"New Edition STAR WARS Goodnight, Darth Vader" purchase bonus design
"New Edition STAR WARS Goodnight, Darth Vader" purchase bonus image

As a purchaser-exclusive bonus, original wallpapers for smartphones and PCs are available. The download period is until April 30, 2027 (Data format: jpg).

"New Edition STAR WARS Darth Vader and Son"
Author: Jeffrey Brown / Translator: Akiko Tominaga
Genre: Lifestyle/Practical, Education/Culture
Bookstore release date: 2026/04/27
ISBN: 9784788908437
Format: B5 variant, 64 pages
Price: 1,760 yen (tax included)
Published by: Usagi Shuppan
Released by: Jitsumu Kyoiku Shuppan
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"New Edition STAR WARS Vader's Little Princess"
Author: Jeffrey Brown / Translator: Akiko Tominaga
Genre: Lifestyle/Practical, Education/Culture
Bookstore release date: 2026/04/27
ISBN: 9784788908444
Format: B5 variant, 64 pages
Price: 1,760 yen (tax included)
Published by: Usagi Shuppan
Released by: Jitsumu Kyoiku Shuppan
Click here for details on this book ▶▶https://books.jitsumu.co.jp/book/b10155523.html

"New Edition STAR WARS Goodnight, Darth Vader"
Author: Jeffrey Brown / Translator: Akiko Tominaga
Genre: Lifestyle/Practical, Education/Culture
Bookstore release date: 2026/04/27
ISBN: 9784788908451
Format: B5 variant, 64 pages
Price: 1,760 yen (tax included)
Published by: Usagi Shuppan
Released by: Jitsumu Kyoiku Shuppan
Click here for details on this book ▶▶https://books.jitsumu.co.jp/book/b10155524.html

*The three works being renewed this time are "Darth Vader and Son (4 years old)," "Darth Vader's Little Princess," and "Goodnight, Darth Vader," which were originally published by Tatsumi Shuppan. The cover designs have been completely revamped, and the handwriting is new.